outlines

Constrain JSON, XML, and code generation to schemas via FSM token filtering.

Updated Apr 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Rawgrowth-Consulting/rawclaw-agent --skill outlines-rawgrowth-consulting
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Skill: outlines
Source: https://github.com/Rawgrowth-Consulting/rawclaw-agent/tree/main/skills/mlops/inference/outlines
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Rawgrowth-Consulting/rawclaw-agent --skill outlines-rawgrowth-consulting

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Outlines addresses the challenge of generating structured, machine-readable outputs by enforcing schema-aligned results and type safety through Pydantic models.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Schema-driven generation: guarantees JSON/XML/code validity by constraining outputs to a schema.
  • Type-safe outputs: leverages Pydantic models for predictable, typed results.
  • Local-backend support: runs on Transformers, vLLM, llama.cpp for offline, zero-API setups.
  • Use cases: reliable data extraction, form processing, and automated data governance tasks.

Quick Start

Use Outlines to generate a JSON object that conforms to a defined schema.

Frequently Asked Questions about outlines

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I enforce structured JSON generation from local language models?

You can enforce structured JSON generation from local models by validating token generation against a predefined schema. This approach uses FSM-based token filtering to guarantee outputs strictly match your JSON Schema or Pydantic models during generation.

What is the best way to constrain local LLM outputs to valid Pydantic models?

The best way to constrain local LLM outputs to valid Pydantic models is through schema-driven generation. This mechanism intercepts token generation, filtering tokens to ensure the final output strictly conforms to the defined Pydantic type structure.

Does structured generation work with llama.cpp and vLLM backends?

Yes, structured generation works directly with llama.cpp and vLLM backends. It provides zero-overhead, offline local-backend support for Transformers, vLLM, and llama.cpp deployments without requiring external API calls.

How do I validate XML schema constraints during local model inference?

You validate XML schema constraints during local model inference by applying FSM-based token filtering. This process guarantees zero-overhead generation by constraining the model's output to produce valid XML structures matching your schema specification.

Why do local models output malformed JSON when extracting data?

Local models output malformed JSON during data extraction because they lack inherent schema enforcement. Applying FSM-based token filtering during generation solves this by validating tokens against a JSON Schema, ensuring type-safe, machine-readable results.