phanerozoic/PirateTalk-13b-v2-GGUF-8bit

This repository introduces the 8-bit quantized version of PirateTalk-13b-v2 in GGUF format. Crafted for broader accessibility, it's tailored to run seamlessly on less powerful systems, bringing pirate vernacular to a wider audience.

Overview: The 8-bit PirateTalk-13b-v2 upholds our commitment to domain-specific dialects. While it sails with a lighter cargo due to quantization, it remains anchored in the Llama 2 Chat architecture and the guiding light of the MistralPirate project.

Objective: The essence of this version lies in its adaptability. We aim to reach users with constrained computational resources, ensuring that the allure of pirate speak isn't reserved solely for high-end systems.

Base Model: Drawing its lineage from the Llama 2 13b Chat model, this 8-bit iteration remains steadfast, navigating the seas of thematic vernacular with efficiency, albeit with a slightly muted pirate accent.

Dataset: The core pirate-themed dataset, sourced from MistralPirate and PirateTalk-v2, continues to serve as the treasure map, guiding the model's pirate dialect explorations.

Performance Insights: Though the 8-bit PirateTalk-13b-v2 may not boast the same buccaneering bravado as its 16-bit counterpart, it's a trusty crewmate, offering workable performance. It's less piratical but remains a commendable feat in computational optimization.

Research Trajectories: As the horizons of domain-specific dialects beckon, we remain vigilant, striving for a balance between performance and accessibility. With each tide, we aim to refine our techniques, ensuring that the pirate spirit can be summoned from every corner of the digital seas.