ChatBlaze: AI Chat Assistant

Work in Progress: An Android app for AI-driven conversations using cloud APIs, local servers, or offline LLMs.

ChatBlaze is an open-source AI chat app for Android, enabling users to engage with AI via OpenRouter or HuggingFace APIs, a local server, or offline LLMs. Select from various language models and enjoy a modern, responsive UI built with Jetpack Compose.

Note: This project is under active development. Contributions are encouraged!

Features

• Cloud AI:
  • Integrate with OpenRouter or HuggingFace APIs using your keys.
  • Access LLMs like LLaMA, Mistral, or GPT-based models.
• Local Server:
  • Connect to a custom REST API server hosting your LLM.
  • Perfect for privacy or specialized AI setups.
• Offline LLMs:
  • Run lightweight models (e.g., MobileBERT, DistilBERT) on-device.
  • Offline inference without internet.
• Model Choice:
  • Pick your preferred LLM for customized responses.
  • Switch between cloud, local, or offline modes seamlessly.
• Sleek UI:
  • Crafted with Jetpack Compose for a smooth, responsive interface.
  • Offers dark/light themes with gradient styling.

Installation

Prerequisites

• Android Device: API 24 (Nougat) or higher.
• Development Setup:
  • Android Studio Koala (2024.1.1) or later.
  • Kotlin 2.0.0, Gradle 8.0+.
• API Keys (optional):
  • OpenRouter API Key.
  • HuggingFace API Key.
• Local Server (optional): REST API (e.g., Flask) with an LLM.
• Offline Models (optional): 4GB+ RAM for on-device inference.

Steps

1. Clone the Repo:

   git clone [https://github.com/your-repo/botchat.git](https://github.com/your-repo/botchat.git)
   cd botchat