Core Concepts
The author discusses the limitations and costs associated with popular commercial AI models for chat and image generation, advocating for the use of open-source models like Ollama.
Abstract
Unrestricted AI tools like Ollama offer free and unrestricted chat and image generation capabilities, contrasting with popular commercial models like ChatGPT or Copilot. The article highlights the challenges faced by users when using commercial models, such as restrictions on activities and costs associated with API calls. It also emphasizes the benefits of open-source models in providing more freedom and flexibility to users, especially indie developers.
Stats
Large language models like Copilot or ChatGPT will refuse to perform certain activities.
When you’re an indie developer, you may not be able to afford the upfront cost for prompting a commercial model through the API.
I highly recommend having at least 16 GB of RAM on the Mac, ideally 32 GB+.
Quotes
"These AI models for chat and image generation mostly come free and with no restrictions whatsoever."
"There’s also a cost associated with these commercial models — especially when you want to integrate them into your own applications."