What problem does it solve?
This Skill solves the challenge of running large language models locally, providing enhanced privacy, cost savings, and the ability to work offline.
Core Features & Use Cases
- Local LLM Hosting: Install and configure Ollama to host LLMs locally on various platforms (Linux, macOS, Windows).
- Model Selection: Offers guidance on selecting the right model based on VRAM and performance requirements.
- Hermes Integration: Facilitates integration with Hermes for enhanced functionality and fallback options.
- Performance Tuning: Provides instructions to optimize Ollama for faster inference and efficient use of system resources.
- Troubleshooting: Offers solutions to common issues encountered while using Ollama.
Quick Start
Install Ollama and run it on your local machine with the following commands:
curl -fsSL https://ollama.com/install.sh | sh
ollama pull deepseek-r1:8b # 5.2 GB Q4 — best balance for 8GB VRAM
ollama run deepseek-r1:8b # interactive test