In a world where AI is increasingly dependent on online resources, Llamafile offers a refreshing alternative.
This open-source project empowers users like you to run powerful language models locally, without requiring any technical expertise or internet access.
This tutorial will show you how to harness the potential of Llamafile and run a large language model on your own computer, with just one download and a few simple steps.
If you prefer learning through a visual approach or want to gain additional insight into this topic, be sure to check out my YouTube video on this subject!
Quick Links
- Llamafile
Setting Up and Running Llamafile Models
Step 1: Download a Model
Head over to the Llamafile GitHub page and explore the available models.
Click on the file to download it.
Step 2: Open a Command-Line Interface
Open a terminal (e.g., Terminal on a Mac) and navigate to the folder where your downloaded model is located, using the cd command. For example, this might be the "Downloads" folder on your Mac. In that case, the command would be:
cd DownloadsStep 3: Change Permissions (Mac)
On Mac, you need to grant permission for executing this file. You only need to do this once.
chmod +x <llamafile_model_file_name>If you're a Windows user, checkout the Llamafile GitHub page.
Step 4: Run the Model
./<llamafile_model_file_name>This will open a window in your default web browser under http://127.0.0.1:8080, allowing you to interact with the LLM through a chat interface.
Ending the Llamafile Session
To end the Llamafile session, go back to your terminal and use the keyboard combination Controland C. This will stop the LLM from running.
