ChatGLM-6B is an open-source bilingual language model that leverages the capabilities of 6.2 billion parameters to deliver answers in both Chinese and English. Designed for deployment on consumer-grade GPUs, it combines advanced features such as quantization to make it efficient and accessible.

Getting Started with ChatGLM-6B

If you’re ready to dive into the world of ChatGLM-6B, follow these straightforward steps:

Step 1: Install Software Dependencies

You need to install the necessary software dependencies before using the model. Run the following command in your terminal:

pip install protobuf==3.20.0 transformers==4.27.1 icetk cpm_kernels

Step 2: Load the Model

Using Python, you can easily load the ChatGLM-6B model with the following code:

from transformers import AutoTokenizer, AutoModel

tokenizer = AutoTokenizer.from_pretrained("THUDM/chatglm-6b", trust_remote_code=True)
model = AutoModel.from_pretrained("THUDM/chatglm-6b", trust_remote_code=True).half().cuda()

Step 3: Generate Dialogue

Now you can generate conversations by sending queries to your loaded model. For example:

response, history = model.chat(tokenizer, "你好", history=[])
print(response)

This will display a friendly greeting from ChatGLM-6B!

Step 4: Ask Questions

Continue the conversation by asking questions. The model uses the conversation history to provide more contextually relevant responses:

response, history = model.chat(tokenizer, "晚上睡不着应该怎么办", history=history)
print(response)

Understanding the Code: An Analogy

Think of using ChatGLM-6B as hosting a dinner party:

• Installing software dependencies is like preparing your kitchen and gathering the necessary tools to cook.
• Loading the model is akin to setting the table – this is where you get everything ready for your guests.
• Generatng dialogue is like starting a conversation at the dinner table; you say hello, and your guests reciprocate.
• Asking questions is discussing various topics over dinner, allowing the flow of information and interaction to continue based on shared experiences.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

If you run into any issues during your journey with ChatGLM-6B, here are some troubleshooting tips:

• Import Errors: Ensure that all dependencies are correctly installed. You can rerun the installation command mentioned above.
• Runtime Errors: Check if your GPU is properly configured and has sufficient memory for the model, particularly during INT4 quantization.
• Model Loading Issues: If you face difficulties in loading the model, ensure that you are connected to the internet, as the model weights are fetched from the remote repository.

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Conclusion

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Further Learning

For additional information on running command line and web-based demos, or using model quantization to save GPU memory, refer to our Github Repo.