Prerequisites

Before running Al, ensure you have the following:

Python 3.8+

Install it from python.org.

Ollama Server

1. Install from ollama.com.

2. Run an Ollama model locally:

   ollama run llama3

3. Ensure your Ollama server is running at http://localhost:11434(or update OLLAMA_HOST in the code if different).

Discord Bot Token

1. Go to the Discord Developer Portal.
2. Create or select an application, and go to the Bot tab.
3. Click Add Bot.
4. Enable Message Content Intent under Privileged Gateway Intents.
5. Copy your bot token and keep it safe!

Bot Permissions

Use this permissions integer when inviting your bot: 85056

This allows:

• Read Messages/View Channels
• Send Messages
• Embed Links
• Attach Files
• Read Message History
• Use External Emojis
• Add Reactions
• Use Slash Commands

Generate an invite link like so:

https://discord.com/oauth2/authorize?client_id=YOUR_BOT_CLIENT_ID&permissions=85056&scope=bot

Replace YOUR_BOT_CLIENT_ID with your actual client ID.