MiniGPT

MiniGPT is a charming and compact desktop toy that brings the power of OpenAI's GPT-4o to a tiny vintage-style computer. Built to run on a Lilygo T-Watch with an attached keyboard, this project combines retro aesthetics with modern AI capabilities, making it a delightful addition to your workspace.

Overview

MiniGPT resembles a miniature vintage computer, reminiscent of the classic Commodore PET. Powered by an ESP32 microcontroller, it connects to the OpenAI GPT-4o API, allowing you to chat and interact with the AI through this adorable little device. It's a fun and functional project that blends nostalgia with cutting-edge technology.

Features

• Compact Design: Fits perfectly on your desk as a tiny vintage-style computer.
• OpenAI GPT-4o Integration: Connects to the OpenAI API for AI-powered conversations.
• Customizable: Easily configure your API key, model, and branding.
• PlatformIO Support: Built using PlatformIO for seamless development and deployment.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Visual Studio Code (VSCode)
• PlatformIO Extension for VSCode
• A Lilygo T-Watch with a keyboard
• An OpenAI API key

Building the Project

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone /~https://github.com/chriscow/MiniGPT.git
   cd MiniGPT

2. Install Dependencies:

   • Open the project in VSCode.
   • Ensure the PlatformIO extension is installed.

3. Configure the Project:

   • Create a secrets.ini file in the project root with the following content:

     [env:ttgo-t-watch]
     build_flags = 
         -D OPENAI_API_KEY="your-openai-key-here"
         -D OPENAI_MODEL="gpt-4o-mini"
         -D COMPANY_NAME="Company or Brand"
         -D NAME="MiniGPT"

   • Replace the placeholders with your actual OpenAI API key, desired model, and branding details.

4. Build and Upload:

   • Use PlatformIO to build and upload the project to your Lilygo T-Watch.

Usage

Once the firmware is uploaded, power on your Lilygo T-Watch. You will need to use your phone or computer to join the "MiniGPT" Wifi hotspot. Once you join, you will be presented with a web UI to configure the SSID and password so it can join your Wifi access point of choice. Once configured, it will reboot. You will see a welcome message from OpenAI and you are ready to start chatting with MiniGPT!

License

This project is licensed under the Apache 2.0 License. See the LICENSE file for details.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! If you have any ideas, improvements, or bug fixes, feel free to open an issue or submit a pull request.

Acknowledgments

• OpenAI: For providing the GPT-4o API.
• Lilygo T-Watch: For the hardware platform that makes this project possible.
• PlatformIO: For the excellent development environment.

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Enjoy your MiniGPT and happy chatting! 🚀