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What is Gradio?

Discover how Gradio transforms Python functions into beautiful web interfaces

From Function to Interface

Gradio is an open-source Python library that allows you to quickly build and share interactive web interfaces for machine learning models, APIs, or any Python function.

  • ✨ No JavaScript, CSS, or web hosting experience needed
  • 🚀 Just a few lines of Python code
  • 🌐 Instant sharing with public URLs
  • 📱 Mobile-friendly interfaces

Before (Python Function)

def greet(name):
    return f"Hello {name}!"

After (Web Interface)

Hello World!
02

Installation & Setup

Get Gradio up and running on your system

1

Prerequisites

Ensure you have Python 3.10 or higher installed on your system.

Terminal
python --version
2

Install Gradio

Use pip to install the latest version of Gradio.

Terminal
pip install --upgrade gradio
3

Verify Installation

Test your installation by importing Gradio in Python.

Python
import gradio as gr
print(gr.__version__)
03

Your First Interface

Build your first Gradio interface with live code editing

Live Code Editor

Try editing the code below and see the changes in real-time!

app.py

Interface Preview

Click "Run Code" to see your interface

Understanding the Code

Function Definition

The greet function is what gets wrapped by Gradio. It can be any Python function.

Interface Creation

gr.Interface takes your function and creates a web interface with the specified inputs and outputs.

Launch

demo.launch() starts the web server and opens your interface in the browser.

04

Understanding Components

Explore Gradio's rich collection of input and output components

Input Components

📝

Textbox

Single or multi-line text input

🔢

Number

Numeric input with validation

🎚️

Slider

Range selection with min/max

🖼️

Image

Image upload and display

🎵

Audio

Audio file upload and recording

📁

File

File upload of any type

Component Demo

Click on a component above to see it in action!

Select a component to see its demo
05

Building with Blocks

Create custom layouts and complex interactions

Interface vs Blocks

gr.Interface

  • ✅ Quick and simple
  • ✅ Perfect for single functions
  • ❌ Limited layout control
  • ❌ Single input/output flow

gr.Blocks

  • ✅ Full layout control
  • ✅ Multiple functions
  • ✅ Complex interactions
  • ✅ Custom styling

Try Blocks

blocks_demo.py
Run the Blocks example to see the layout
06

Creating Chatbots

Build conversational interfaces with ChatInterface

Interactive Chatbot Demo

🤖
Hello! I'm a Gradio chatbot. Ask me anything!

Chatbot Code

chatbot.py
07

Sharing & Deployment

Share your creations with the world

08

Real-World Examples

Explore impressive applications built with Gradio

🎉 Congratulations!

You've completed the interactive Gradio learning course! You now have the skills to build amazing ML demos and applications.

What's Next?