There is a lot to get excited about in Ollama



AI Summary

  • AMA Version 0.1.2 Release Summary
    • Two updates released in one week
      • Majority of new features in 0.1.2.1
      • Version 0.1.2.2 focuses on refinements
  • New Features
    • Introduction of new models:
      • Quen
      • Duct
      • Be
      • No Sequel
      • Stable Code
      • New Hermes
      • Two Mixol
      • Stable LM2
    • Official TypeScript and JavaScript library announced
    • New official Python library
  • CPU and AVX Instructions
    • Original requirement for AVX instructions
    • AVX used for vector calculations, common in CPUs for over a decade
    • Support extended to older CPUs without AVX and newer CPUs with AVX2
  • GPU Compatibility and Error Handling
    • Improved GPU recognition; fallback to CPU if GPU not detected
    • Better support for NVIDIA GPUs in WSL
    • Resolved issues with AMA hanging after multiple requests
    • Enhanced error messages for internet connectivity issues
  • User Experience Improvements
    • Messages directive in model file for chat endpoint
      • Allows inclusion of user and assistant roles with questions or answers
    • Configuration settings for models can be adjusted in AMA REPL
      • New /save command to serialize settings to a new model
      • /load command to switch models or clear context
    • Correct display of settings with /show parameters command
  • Community Engagement
    • Encouragement to join Discord community at discord.gg/olama
    • Encouragement to share favorite techno evangelist video
  • Closing Thoughts
    • Version 0.1.2 updates considered beneficial for all users
    • Specific interest in the messages in the model file feature
    • Call to action: like, subscribe, and thanks for watching
    • Farewell with music

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