Getting Started with OpenCode for Local AI Coding Agent Setup

OpenCode Local Setup Guide
ByteShape has published a getting started guide for using OpenCode as a fully local AI coding agent. OpenCode is a terminal-based coding agent that can write, edit, and run code using local or remote models.
Setup Process
The guide covers setup across multiple platforms:
- Mac
- Linux
- Windows (using WSL2)
Model Integration Options
The tutorial shows how to run models locally with three different tools:
- LM Studio (CLI)
- llama.cpp
- Ollama
The guide specifically mentions using ByteShape's optimized models, though it notes you can use other models as well.
Configuration Steps
The workflow includes:
- Exposing an OpenAI-compatible API endpoint
- Configuring OpenCode to work as a coding agent
The goal is to make the full workflow approachable for those new to this space, focusing on making the setup fully local and practical.
📖 Read the full source: r/LocalLLaMA
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