Python Conference APAC 2024

The Quest for Hidden Knowledge: Journey to the Land of Lost Files
2024-10-26 , CLASS #5
Language: English

Embark on a journey into the realm of digital discovery with our tale of building an internal search engine at Sinarmas Land. Join us as we unveil how we tackled the challenge of unlocking hidden knowledge buried within PDFs, Images documents and Relational tables. Using a blend of modern technologies and ingenuity, we crafted a solution that revolutionizes how employees access critical information. This session will delve into the technical intricacies, lessons learned, and the impact of our quest for hidden knowledge.


In this session, we will narrate the story behind the creation of an innovative internal search engine tailored for Sinarmas Land. Key topics include:

  • Project Genesis: Introduction to the need for an internal search engine to enhance accessibility to SOPs, promotion flyers, research documents, and customer data.
  • Technological Odyssey: Exploration of the technologies employed, including Python FastAPI for backend, Azure OpenAI for natural language understanding, and React for building a responsive frontend, and all Azure Infrastructure used in this project.
  • Journey to Implementation: Step-by-step journey through designing the system architecture, integrating diverse data sources, and optimizing search algorithms for efficiency.

Hi! I'm Raka. A Jakarta based Academic & Curriculum Director and Software Engineer for over 5 years. Currently working as Head of Data Science at Sinarmas Land.