Ollama
Ollama is a command-line tool that lets users run large language models (LLMs) locally. It provides easy access to powerful AI models like Llama 4, DeepSeek, Mistral, and others through simple commands. Users can chat with models, use them for tasks via API, and even leverage tool calling features to extend functionality.
Quick Info
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Key Features
Local Model Running
Run LLMs completely on your own hardware without sending data to external services.
Model Library
Access a variety of models including Llama 4, DeepSeek, Mistral, and specialized models for specific tasks.
Tool Calling
Connect models to external tools and APIs, enabling them to check weather, browse the web, or run code.
API Access
Interact with models programmatically through REST API with OpenAI compatibility.
Custom Prompts
Create specialized model behaviors through custom system prompts and parameters.
Use Cases
AI Development and Testing
Develop and test AI applications locally before deploying to production environments.
Research
Experiment with different LLMs and parameters without cloud dependencies.
Content Generation
Create text, code, and creative content using natural language prompts.
Data Analysis
Use LLMs to help analyze and interpret complex data through natural language queries.
Local Chatbot
Run a personal assistant locally with full privacy for sensitive information.
Pricing
Free and open-source. No subscription required. Run privately on your own hardware.
Setup Steps
- Download Ollama from the official website
- Extract the downloaded files
- Set up environment variables (optional)
- Start Ollama server with the serve command
- Pull models using the "ollama pull" command
- Run models using the "ollama run" command