An Introduction to Running Generative AI (LLMs) Locally

Run Your Own AI: From Installation to Custom Instructions
Ever wanted to have ChatGPT-like AI running privately on your own computer? In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn to install, customize, and control open-source AI models locally—no coding experience required!

What You'll Learn:

• Install & Chat: Set up Ollama and start conversations with powerful AI models like Mistral, DeepSeek, and Llama
• Compare Models: Use a visual interface to see how different AI models respond to the same questions
• Create Custom AI Personalities: Transform any model into a specialized assistant (we'll make one that answers everything in Shakespearean sonnets!)
• Remote Access: Connect to your local AI from other applications using simple APIs

Why This Matters:

✅ Privacy: Your conversations stay on your computer
✅ Control: Customize AI behavior for your specific needs
✅ Cost: No monthly subscriptions or usage limits
✅ Learning: Understand how AI really works under the hood

Perfect For:

• Educators wanting to create custom teaching assistants
• Content creators needing AI with specific writing styles
• Anyone curious about AI but concerned about privacy
• Teams wanting to experiment without cloud dependencies

What You'll Take Home:

• A working local AI setup on your laptop or desktop
• Knowledge to build your own "custom GPTs" for any purpose

No technical background needed—just bring a laptop and curiosity!