
This Open-Source AI Research Assistant Could Be Your Next $1,000/Month Side Hustle (Built with Gemini + AG-UI)
Last Updated on August 28, 2025 by Editorial Team
Author(s): MD Rafsun Sheikh
Originally published on Towards AI.
This Open-Source AI Research Assistant Could Be Your Next $1,000/Month Side Hustle (Built with Gemini + AG-UI)
The AI gold rush isn’t over — in fact, it’s just getting started.
This article guides you through the process of building a Gemini-powered AI research assistant that can assist with various tasks, highlighting its simplicity, effectiveness, and profitability potential. Following a comprehensive step-by-step approach, readers will explore tools like Google Gemini and the AG-UI Protocol, allowing them to create a functional and monetizable AI app with ease. The writer emphasizes practical aspects such as setting up the backend and frontend, deployment options, and monetization strategies, making this guide valuable for developers looking to enter the AI market.
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