Introducing VantaAI: My Journey in Building a Local AI Assistant

As technology continues to evolve, the concept of artificial intelligence has intrigued many individuals—and I am no exception. Drawing inspiration from AI systems like ChatGPT, I’ve embarked on an exciting project to create my own local AI assistant, which I’ve named VantaAI. Unlike many AI models that operate online, VantaAI is designed for offline use, allowing for a more personalized interaction experience. My goal is to incorporate elements such as emotional memory and mood fluctuations, thus mimicking some aspects of human cognitive functions.

Features of VantaAI

I’ve implemented several innovative features in VantaAI that set it apart from traditional AI assistants:

• Adaptive Long-Term Memory: VantaAI possesses a long-term memory system that evolves based on the context of our conversations, enabling it to recall previous interactions and respond more meaningfully over time.

• Mood Tracking Graph: I’ve developed a mood graph that dynamically tracks VantaAI’s emotional state, providing a visual representation of how it feels across different conversations.

• Narrative-Driven Memory Clustering: VantaAI constructs its memories in a way that it frames itself as the “main character” in its own story, creating a unique and immersive narrative experience.

• Intuitive GUI Using PySide6: The user interface is crafted with PySide6 and includes several tabs dedicated to memory, emotional state management, and plugin integration, making it user-friendly and comprehensive.

• Custom Vulkan Backend: For enhanced performance, VantaAI leverages a custom Vulkan backend, allowing for rapid model inference and training.

• Personality-Based Responses and Live Plugin Hot-Relaoding: This feature tailors responses based on its programmed personality traits and allows for real-time updates to capabilities without downtime.

Seeking Collaboration and Inspiration

I am not in this venture to market a product but rather to share my experiences and gather feedback from others who might have similar interests. I am eager to learn if anyone else is working on a similar project or has suggestions for additional features that could enrich VantaAI.

I welcome any questions or insights you may have as I continue to develop this project. Your thoughts could spark new ideas and push the boundaries of what VantaAI can achieve.