Text Summarization and Document summarization using NLP

Abstract

Background: Automatic text summarization has become increasingly crucial in navigating the ever- growing ocean of textual information. This research delves into exploring the potential of Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques for creating efficient and informative summaries. We implemented and evaluated models based on Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks, Sequence-to-Sequence (Seq2Seq) architectures, and transformer-based approaches. By leveraging these powerful algorithms, we aimed to generate concise summaries that capture the essence of the original text. The evaluation highlighted the strengths and limitations of each approach, showcasing the potential of NLP for text summarization while acknowledging the remaining challenges. This research not only contributes to the ongoing discussion on textsummarization techniques but also opens doorsfor further exploration, including integrating domain-specific knowledge, personalizing summaries based on user preferences, and applying these techniques to real-world information overload situations. Ultimately, this work underscores the promise of NLP-driven text summarization in facilitating efficient information access, comprehension, and utilization across various domains. Keywords: Natural Language Processing(NLP), Automatic Text Summarization, Real-world applications.