Bavarder is a desktop application for engaging in AI-powered chit-chat, designed for users seeking an informal conversational AI experience. It provides a user-friendly interface for interacting with large language models.

How It Works

Bavarder leverages existing AI models to facilitate conversations. The application's architecture is designed for ease of use and integration within the GNOME desktop environment, offering a straightforward way to access AI chat capabilities.

Quick Start & Requirements

• Flatpak: flatpak install io.github.Bavarder.Bavarder or download from latest commit.
• From Source (Flatpak-builder): Clone repo, then flatpak-builder --install --user --force-clean repo/ build-aux/flatpak/io.github.Bavarder.Bavarder.json.
• From Source (Meson): Clone repo, meson setup build, meson compile -C build, meson install -C build. Requires chmod 0755 /usr/local/bin/bavarder.
• Prerequisites: Flatpak runtime, Meson build system.

Highlighted Details

• Available as a Flatpak for easy installation and sandboxing.
• Supports installation from source via Flatpak-builder or Meson.
• Project mirrors available on GitHub, GitLab, and Codeberg.

Maintenance & Community

• Follows the GNOME Code of Conduct.
• Translation efforts are welcomed via Codeberg Translate.

Licensing & Compatibility

• License details are not explicitly stated in the README.

Limitations & Caveats

• The specific AI models used or supported are not detailed.
• License information is missing, which may impact commercial use or integration.