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Setup guides and walkthroughs
Every guide here was written by setting the thing up, breaking it, and writing down what actually went wrong. They cover the full path from "which GPU" to "the model is answering and nothing leaves my machine."
Start with the Ollama guide if you are new to local models: it is the shortest path to a working setup. The LM Studio guide covers the Apple Silicon route. The air-gap guides go further and show how to verify zero egress at the OS level.
If you get stuck anywhere, the docs cover every feature in the product, and the Discord is where we answer setup questions directly.
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Air-gapped AI coding in 2026: a developer setup guide
Local mode is not the same as air-gapped. How to block all five network egress vectors for an AI coding environment and verify with OS-level tools.
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Air-gapped AI coding for regulated industries: a practical setup guide
Self-hosted AI coding for HIPAA, PCI DSS, FCA, NIST, and defense work. What the rules require, which hardware fits, and what to hand your security team.
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Set up an offline AI IDE in 2026: what actually works
Most 'local AI' tools still phone home. Two setups work fully offline in 2026: the hardware you need and how to verify zero network egress.
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How to run DeepSeek locally with Bodega One Code
Run DeepSeek-R1 or DeepSeek-V3 locally with Bodega One Code. Which quantization to pick for your VRAM tier and how to set it up.
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LM Studio + Bodega One Code: complete setup guide
LM Studio is the easiest way to run local models on Mac. Wire it to Bodega One Code in under 5 minutes. Which models to use and common fixes.
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Which GPU for local AI? A developer's guide
Which GPU do you need for local AI coding in 2026? The honest breakdown by VRAM tier, from 4 GB entry-level to 48 GB frontier.
- 8 min read
AI coding tools that work completely offline (2026)
The complete list of AI coding tools that work with no internet. What they support, how they work, and what you give up going offline.
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Setting up Ollama with Bodega One Code: model guide
Set up Ollama with Bodega One Code. The mistakes that cost people hours, which models the community uses, and how to wire it all together.
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How to use our free VRAM calculator for local LLMs
Pick the right GPU for your local LLM setup. Our free VRAM calculator shows exactly how much memory each model needs, with quantization options.
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How to plan your LLM context window budget
Running out of context mid-task kills productivity. Here is how to budget your tokens across system prompt, conversation, code, and response.
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AI IDE cost comparison: how much are you really paying?
Cursor, Copilot, Windsurf: the monthly fees add up fast. Use our free cost calculator to see the 1-, 2-, and 3-year total vs a one-time purchase.
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