NLUX is a JavaScript library for building conversational AI interfaces, targeting web developers using React, Next.js, and vanilla JavaScript. It simplifies the integration of Large Language Models (LLMs) into web applications, enabling rapid development of AI-powered chat experiences with minimal code.

How It Works

NLUX provides pre-built React components and hooks, such as <AiChat /> and useChatAdapter, for seamless UI integration. It supports various LLM backends through adapters for LangChain, Hugging Face, and OpenAI, with options for streaming or batch responses. The library is designed with a zero-dependency core for performance and minimal bundle size, adhering to principles of intuitiveness, performance, accessibility, and excellent developer experience.

Quick Start & Requirements

• Install/Run: Use npx nlux-cli create <project-type> <project-name> (e.g., npx nlux-cli create next my-next-app).
• Prerequisites: Node.js.
• Docs: docs.nlkit.com/nlux

Highlighted Details

• React Components and Hooks for easy UI integration.
• Out-of-the-box support for Next.js and Vercel AI, including React Server Components.
• LLM Adapters for ChatGPT, LangChain, Hugging Face, and OpenAI, with custom adapter creation support.
• Highly customizable UI through theming and layout options.
• Zero-dependency core for lightweight performance.

Maintenance & Community

• Community: Discord server available for support and discussion. GitHub Discussions for issues and ideas.
• Lead Developer: Salmen Hichri (ex-Amazon, ex-Goldman Sachs).

Licensing & Compatibility

• License: Mozilla Public License Version 2.0 (MPL 2.0) with specific restrictions.
• Restrictions: Source code cannot be used as a dataset for training AI models or for code translation tools. Otherwise, it permits personal and commercial use and modification.

Limitations & Caveats

The MPL 2.0 license includes specific clauses restricting the use of the source code for AI model training or code translation, which may impact certain commercial applications.