Ollama

A quick guide to setting up Ollama for local AI model execution with Cline.

📋 Prerequisites

• Windows, macOS, or Linux computer

• Cline installed in VS Code

🚀 Setup Steps

1. Install Ollama

• Visit ollama.com

• Download and install for your operating system

2. Choose and Download a Model

• Browse models at ollama.com/search

• Select model and copy command:

  ollama run [model-name]

• Open your Terminal and run the command:

  • Example:

    ollama run llama2

✨ Your model is now ready to use within Cline!

3. Configure Cline

1. Open VS Code

2. Click Cline settings icon

3. Select "Ollama" as API provider

4. Enter configuration:

   • Base URL: http://localhost:11434/ (default value, can be left as is)

   • Select the model from your available options

⚠️ Important Notes

• Start Ollama before using with Cline

• Keep Ollama running in background

• First model download may take several minutes

🔧 Troubleshooting

If Cline can't connect to Ollama:

1. Verify Ollama is running

2. Check base URL is correct

3. Ensure model is downloaded