Article Improvements & AI Features Spec

Henry Feedback on Articles + Big AI Feature Ideas

Article Quick Wins

1. Table styling - smaller fonts, lighter colors, borders, mobile-friendly
2. Update outdated info - interview travel expenses (most schools online now)
3. Add feature CTAs - reference MedSchools.ai tools, link to signup
4. Strategic images - 2-3 per article to break up text

Cost Calculator

• Standalone page at /tools/application-cost-calculator
• Dashboard version based on actual school list
• Link from articles

BIG FEATURE: Contextual AI Assistant

• Floating icon on right side of dashboard
• Slides out as panel
• Fully contextual to current page

AI Capabilities by Page:

• Personal Statement: Feedback on storytelling, why medicine, writing quality, grammar. Incorporates user Experiences & Activities.
• Activities: Help choose MME, feedback on descriptions
• School List: Strategy based on MCAT/GPA/undergrad/experiences. Safety/target/reach recommendations.

Implementation

• Phase 1: Quick wins (table styling, cost calculator, CTAs)
• Phase 2: AI foundation (panel UI, context injection, PS feedback, School List AI)
• Phase 3: Polish (Activities AI, images, iteration)

Full spec: ~/company/specs/article-improvements-and-ai-features.md