Open Source

Skills for self-hosted AI using Ollama, LM Studio, and open-source models like DeepSeek, Qwen, and Llama. Full privacy, zero API costs, unlimited usage.

1030 skills available

Run powerful AI models locally with complete control over your data. Open-source tools like Ollama and LM Studio make it easy to deploy models rivaling proprietary services — no cloud dependency, no API costs, no data leaving your machine. The open-source ecosystem in 2026 has reached parity with commercial offerings for many tasks.

Popular Models to Run Locally:

  • DeepSeek V3.2 — 671B total / 37B active parameters, comparable to GPT-5, MIT license
  • Qwen3 — 700M+ downloads, models from 0.6B to 235B, Apache 2.0 license
  • Llama 4 Scout/Maverick — Multimodal, up to 10M token context
  • Mistral / Codestral — Strong for coding tasks
  • Gemma, Phi, NVIDIA Nemotron — Smaller models for consumer hardware

Local Deployment Tools:

  • Ollama — CLI-first, 20% faster inference, lower memory usage, ideal for developers and production
  • LM Studio — GUI-focused with built-in chat, model discovery, and easy downloads
  • LocalAI — OpenAI-compatible API for drop-in replacement
  • vLLM — High-throughput serving for production deployments

Key Strengths:

  • Complete privacy with local execution — no data leaves your machine
  • Zero ongoing costs after hardware setup
  • Works fully offline without internet
  • Mix and match models for different tasks
  • Unlimited usage with no rate limits or subscriptions
  • Fine-tune and customize models for your domain

Best For: Privacy-critical workflows, air-gapped environments, unlimited AI experimentation, custom model fine-tuning, and developers who want full ownership of their AI stack.

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Beginner 3 min

Create memorable NPCs for TTRPGs with personalities, motivations, secrets, and distinctive voices. Instant characters for any scene.

5,100 4.8
Beginner 20 min

AI-powered budget coaching with spending pattern analysis, money script identification, behavioral insights, and personalized savings …

4,800 4.9
Beginner 5 min

Craft strong, arguable thesis statements for any essay or research paper. Get multiple options with strength analysis and improvement …

4,000 4.8
Intermediate 30 min

Prevent content burnout with sustainable batch production workflows, workload distribution, and strategic calendar planning for creators and …

2,340 4.7
Intermediate 15 min

Conduct meaningful exit interviews and analyze feedback patterns. Identify retention risks, improve culture, and turn departures into …

4,200 4.6
Intermediate 45 min

Transform unpredictable freelance income into stable, recurring revenue streams. Build retainer models, diversify clients, and create …

2,340 4.7
Intermediate 10 min

Master the LinkedIn algorithm with proven engagement tactics. Learn commenting strategies, optimal posting times, and techniques to maximize …

3,890 4.8
Intermediate 15 min

Create structured reasoning chains like Chain-of-Thought, Tree-of-Thought, and ReAct patterns. Design AI systems that think step-by-step.

5,200 4.8
Intermediate 35 min

Create third-party vendor risk assessment questionnaires for GDPR, SOC 2, and ISO 27001 compliance with scoring matrices.

1,892 4.5
Advanced 40 min

Implement safety constraints, access controls, rate limiting, and security measures for AI agents. Protect against prompt injection, …

3,800 4.8
Intermediate 15 min

Create clear Standard Operating Procedures for repeatable processes. Templates for workflows, checklists, and runbooks with version control.

2,500 4.6
Beginner 5 min

Create persuasive upsell and cross-sell scripts for sales teams, e-commerce, and customer service. Increase average order value ethically.

4,100 4.6
Beginner 5 min

Calculate and track your net worth over time. Organize assets, liabilities, and monitor your financial progress.

3,200 4.5
Intermediate 5 min

Improve pronunciation and reduce accent in any language. Learn IPA, mouth positioning, and practice with phonetic breakdowns.

4,200 4.6
Intermediate 15 min

Complete podcast production workflow: AI transcription, show notes generation, timestamp creation, episode summaries, audiogram clips for …

3,800 4.8
Beginner 5 min

Format citations in APA, MLA, Chicago, and other styles. Generate bibliographies, in-text citations, and footnotes with perfect accuracy.

3,800 4.7
Intermediate 20 min

Track competitor pricing, create feature comparisons, generate SWOT analysis templates, build market positioning reports, and monitor …

3,100 4.7
Intermediate 15 min

Find the budgeting method that fits my psychology. Match personality traits to optimal budgeting strategies for sustainable financial …

2,800 4.6

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