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Search PDF Pages with NeoMME: Local Python Setup
Build local PDF-page search with NeoMME in Python. Render pages, compare retrieval rankings and check the original evidence before adding document Q&A.
Test Local LLMs with Promptfoo: Catch Regressions Before You Switch
Test local Ollama models with Promptfoo. Save a JSON test fixture, catch incorrect fields, compare upgrades and inspect failures without a paid AI grader.
Open WebUI Permissions: Audit Groups, Tools and Sharing
Audit Open WebUI permissions with test users. Check group grants, Tools and Notes sharing, private chat links and a simple rollback checklist.
Ollama Adds Local Models to ChatGPT Desktop on Mac
Ollama’s new Mac release candidate brings local models to ChatGPT Desktop. See what is confirmed, what needs checking and whether to try it now.
How to Run LFM2.5-2.6B Locally on Windows, Mac and Linux
Run Liquid AI’s LFM2.5-2.6B locally with Ollama or llama.cpp on Windows, Mac and Linux, with model choices, setup steps and troubleshooting.
How to Run IBM Granite Speech 5.0 Locally for Transcription
Run IBM Granite Speech 5.0 TurboCTC on your own computer, transcribe an English WAV file and fix old-Transformers, audio-format and memory errors.
How to Update llama.cpp to 0.3.0 Without Breaking Your Setup
Update llama.cpp to 0.3.0 on Windows, macOS or Linux, check deprecated flags, verify llama-server and roll back safely if a launch script fails.
How to Run Superwhisper S1-mini Locally with llama.cpp
Run Superwhisper S1-mini locally with llama.cpp on Windows, macOS or Linux. Clean raw speech transcripts and fix blank output and prompt errors.
How to Install StemDeck and Split Vocals Locally
StemDeck separates a recording into vocals, drums, bass, guitar, piano and other on your own computer. This guide covers the correct build, checksum checks, first-run downloads and…
How to Install Dyad 1.11 and Record Playwright Tests
Install Dyad 1.11 on Windows, macOS or Linux, build a local AI-assisted app and turn a recorded preview workflow into a reviewed Playwright test.
How to Install llmfit and Find the Best Local LLM for Your PC
Install llmfit on Windows, macOS or Linux, compare local models against your hardware, and verify its recommendation with a real benchmark.
How to Install Diagram Design in Codex and Claude Code
Install Diagram Design in Codex or Claude Code, create an architecture diagram, apply brand colours, import Mermaid or draw.io files, and export SVG or PNG safely.
How to Install Anima-2.9B in ComfyUI for Anime Images
Install Anima-2.9B Preview v1 in ComfyUI, add the shared Qwen text encoder and VAE, and troubleshoot model-loading and memory errors.
How to Install ThoughtDAG on Windows, macOS or Linux
Install ThoughtDAG on Windows, macOS or Linux, verify the official installer, connect Ollama, and build your first editable AI context graph.
How to Run North Micro Vision 2.4B Locally for OCR and Image Analysis
Run North Micro Vision 2.4B locally with Transformers. Analyse images, try OCR and document questions, and fix common Windows setup errors.
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