Installing and configuring Chatbox AI with Generative APIs

• chatboxai
• generative-apis

Chatbox AI is a versatile desktop client compatible with various AI models. It offers installation packages for multiple platforms.

Installing Chatbox AILink to this anchor

From pre-built binariesLink to this anchor

For most users, the easiest way is to use the pre-built packages available on the Chatbox AI website or mobile app stores:

• Windows: Download the installer from the Chatbox AI website and follow the on-screen instructions.
• Linux:
  1. Download the AppImage from the Chatbox AI website.
  2. Make it executable:

     chmod +x ChatboxAI.AppImage
     

  3. Run the application.
• macOS: Choose the appropriate version (Intel or Apple Silicon) from the Chatbox AI website and install it.
• iOS: Download and install the application from the official App Store.
• Android: Download and install the application from Google Play Store.

Installing from source (advanced)Link to this anchor

For advanced users, Chatbox AI can be built from source:

1. Clone the Chatbox AI repository:

   git clone https://github.com/Bin-Huang/chatbox.git
   

2. Navigate to the project directory:

   cd chatbox
   

3. Install dependencies using npm:

   npm install
   

4. Start the application in development mode to verify it is working:

   npm run dev
   

5. Build the application and package the installer for your current platform:

   npm run package
   

6. (Optional) Build installers for all platforms:

   npm run package:all
   

For detailed installation instructions, refer to the Chatbox GitHub repository.

Linking Chatbox AI with Scaleway Generative APIsLink to this anchor

To use Scaleway Generative APIs with Chatbox AI, follow these steps:

1. Open the Chatbox AI application on your device.
2. Click the settings icon in the application’s sidebar.
3. Navigate to the Model tab, select Model provider dropdown, and configure a new provider:
   • Click Add Custom Provider and enter:
     • API Mode: OpenAI API Compatible
     • Name: Scaleway
     • API Host: https://api.scaleway.ai/v1/
     • API Path: (leave empty)
     • API Key: Your Scaleway API key
     • Model: Enter the name of a supported model.
       Tip

       If you are unsure which model to use, start with llama-3.1-8b-instruct.

     • Leave other parameters at their default values.
4. Save the changes.
5. Start a new conversation and enter a prompt to test the AI model’s response.

By following these steps, you have successfully installed Chatbox AI and integrated it with Scaleway’s Generative APIs.