Exploring Local LLMs with Ollama: My Journey and Practices
Local Large Language Models (LLMs) have been gaining traction as developers and enthusiasts seek more control over their AI tools without relying solely on cloud-based solutions. In this blog post, I’ll share my experiences with Ollama, a remarkable tool for running local LLMs, along with other tools like llamaindex and Candle. I’ll also discuss various user interfaces (UI) that enhance the local LLM experience. Table of Contents Introduction to Ollama A Popular Choice Ease of Use Built with Golang My Practices with Ollama Preferred Models Llama 3.1 Mistral Phi-3 Qwen-2 Hardware Constraints Exploring UIs for Ollama OpenWebUI Page Assist Enchanted AnythingLLM Dify Diving into llamaindex Experimenting with Candle Conclusion Introduction to Ollama A Popular Choice Ollama has rapidly become a favorite among developers interested in local LLMs. Within a year, it has garnered significant attention on GitHub, reflecting its growing user base and community support. ...