Chat SDK
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Chat SDK is a free, open-source template built with Next.js and the AI SDK that helps you quickly build powerful chatbot applications. It provides a unified API for generating text, structured objects, and tool calls with LLMs.
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What is Chat SDK?
Chat SDK is a template for building AI chatbot applications using Next.js and the Vercel AI SDK. It provides a foundation for creating powerful and customizable chat interfaces.
How to use Chat SDK?
To use Chat SDK, you can deploy it to Vercel with one click or run it locally. Follow the instructions in the README to install dependencies, configure environment variables, and start the development server. You can then customize the chatbot's behavior, styling, and model providers to fit your specific needs.
Key features of Chat SDK
Next.js App Router
AI SDK integration
shadcn/ui styling with Tailwind CSS
Data persistence with Neon Serverless Postgres and Vercel Blob
Authentication with Auth.js
Use cases of Chat SDK
Customer support chatbot
Personal AI assistant
Content generation tool
Educational chatbot
FAQ from Chat SDK
What is the default chat model?
What is the default chat model?
The default chat model is xAI's grok-2-1212.
Can I use other LLM providers?
Can I use other LLM providers?
Yes, you can switch to other LLM providers like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Cohere using the AI SDK.
How do I deploy Chat SDK?
How do I deploy Chat SDK?
You can deploy Chat SDK to Vercel with one click using the provided button.
How do I run Chat SDK locally?
How do I run Chat SDK locally?
Follow the instructions in the README to install dependencies, configure environment variables, and start the development server.
What is the purpose of the .env file?
What is the purpose of the .env file?
The .env file contains environment variables required to run the application, such as API keys and authentication secrets. It should not be committed to version control.