Welcome to our exploration of the FireFunction V2 model, a robust tool designed for advanced function calling. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just starting, this guide will help you understand how to effectively use this model, troubleshoot common issues, and get the best out of its features.

Getting Started with FireFunction V2

To effectively leverage FireFunction V2, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with its capabilities and how to implement them in your projects. The model supports:

• General instruction following
• Multi-turn chat that mixes normal messages with function calls
• Single- and parallel function calling
• Up to 20 function specifications at once
• Structured information extraction

Why FireFunction V2?

FireFunction V2 boasts competitive performance against other models like GPT-4o, especially in function calling. It was trained on Llama 3 and retains its prowess in conversation and instruction-following, making it a significant upgrade over its predecessor, FireFunction V1.

Explaining the Code: A Garden Analogy

Imagine you have a beautiful garden (your project), and you want to grow various plants (functions) in it. Each plant has specific care instructions (function specifications) such as how much water it needs and what kind of soil is best. FireFunction V2 is like a master gardener helping you not only select the right plants but also how to take care of them simultaneously.

In this analogy, the code provided is your gardening toolkit. Let’s break it down:

from transformers import AutoModelForCausalLM, AutoTokenizer
import json
from datetime import datetime

device = "cuda"  # the device to load the model on

# Load the model and tokenizer
model = AutoModelForCausalLM.from_pretrained("fireworks-ai/firefunction-v2", device_map="auto")
tokenizer = AutoTokenizer.from_pretrained("fireworks-ai/firefunction-v2")

# Define the function specifications
function_spec = [
    {
        "name": "get_stock_price",
        "description": "Get the current stock price",
        "parameters": {
            "type": "object",
            "properties": {
                "symbol": {
                    "type": "string",
                    "description": "The stock symbol, e.g. AAPL, GOOG"
                }
            },
            "required": [
                "symbol"
            ]
        }
    },
    {
        "name": "check_word_anagram",
        "description": "Check if two words are anagrams of each other",
        "parameters": {
            "type": "object",
            "properties": {
                "word1": {
                    "type": "string",
                    "description": "The first word"
                },
                "word2": {
                    "type": "string",
                    "description": "The second word"
                }
            },
            "required": [
                "word1",
                "word2"
            ]
        }
    }
]

# Prepare the functions for use
functions = json.dumps(function_spec, indent=4)

# Prepare messages and model inputs
messages = [
    {'role': 'system', 'content': 'You are a helpful assistant with access to functions. Use them if required.'},
    {'role': 'user', 'content': 'Hi, can you tell me the current stock price of google and netflix?'}
]

now = datetime.now().strftime('%Y-%m-%d %H:%M:%S')  # Get the current time
model_inputs = tokenizer.apply_chat_template(messages, functions=functions, datetime=now, return_tensors="pt").to(model.device)

# Generate the response
generated_ids = model.generate(model_inputs, max_new_tokens=128)
decoded = tokenizer.batch_decode(generated_ids)
print(decoded[0])

Now, each segment of the code corresponds to preparing your garden to yield fruitful plants. From loading the right tools (model) to setting up the necessary environment (tokenizer), everything works together to ensure a healthy and productive garden.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Even though the FireFunction V2 model is powerful, you might face some issues. Here are a few troubleshooting ideas:

• Model Not Loading: Ensure you have the correct device settings. The suggested device is “cuda” for optimal performance.
• Errors in Function Specifications: Double-check the function specifications. Ensure that every required parameter is defined properly.
• Unexpected Outputs: It could be due to input messages not being compatible. Make sure the messages conform to the expected input structure.

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Conclusion

FireFunction V2 represents an important step forward in function calling models, offering enhanced capabilities while being easy to use. We hope this guide helps you tap into its full potential effectively!

At fxis.ai, we believe that such advancements are crucial for the future of AI, as they enable more comprehensive and effective solutions. Our team is continually exploring new methodologies to push the envelope in artificial intelligence, ensuring that our clients benefit from the latest technological innovations.