Faster Than a Speeding Bullet: Local LLMs Supercharge Your Journaling With Logseq
Logseq Part Deux
Greetings folks, it's Mike once again. Today I'm here to talk how a local LLM like Ollama can be an invaluable asset for journaling and capturing your innermost thoughts. I just found out about this the other day and I wanted to share it with you.
Now I know some of you may be wondering, "Mike, isn't journaling supposed to be a solo endeavor, just me and my mental oasis?" Well, you wouldn't be completely off-base. But hear me out, a local LLM isn't meant to replace your unique insights. Rather, it can enhance the process, helping you articulate concepts, summarize key takeaways, and stimulate contemplation like a trusty sidekick.
You see, Ollama and other local LLMs eliminate the need for an internet connection to access their capabilities. This means your personal reflections remain private while still benefiting from AI assistance. It's like having your own personal intergalactic journaling guru beamed directly into your computing device!
And for all you open source aficionados, you'll be pleased to know Ollama is designed specifically for our people - Mac and Linux users. No Windows required! (Though WSL2 gets a pass). I’m given to understand a Windows version is coming soon.
Now I can already hear some of you saying, "But Mike, I'm not technical, how would I even use this thingamabob?" Well don't fret, Ollama is designed for ease of use even for us mere tech mortals. The interface is smooth like jazz and you can customize it to suit your needs.
Plus, with Ollama you can take your journaling to the next level by training the LLM on your own writing. This creates a model tailored specifically to you and how your remarkable mind works! Talk about a groundbreaking advancement for recording your mental expeditions.
Well that's all for now friends, until next time, "write" on!
Computer users can get Ollama here: https://ollama.ai/
Windows users have to install WSL2, sacrifice a goat, do something… I don’t know you’ll figure it out :-)
Get Logseq here: https://logseq.com/
Gifs used by permission of Omar Magdy