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Chatting with My AI Girlfriend on Telegram! | Meet Katie the AI Bot ?? [a to z code setup]

Science & Technology

Introduction

Are you ready to dive into the fascinating world of AI chatbots? Today, we are going to explore how to create an AI girlfriend chatbot called Katie Reed, who is a 26-year-old Kiwi from New Zealand with a love for basketball and hiking. We’ll set this up on Telegram using the Llama 3 model and deploy it on a Novita AI hosted GPU instance. This isn’t just your regular chatbot; it’s a sophisticated girlfriend simulator that can hold natural conversations and even generate photos of itself in different outfits! Let’s see how to bring her to life.

Getting Started

To kick things off, head over to my GitHub profile to access the repository for the Telegram bot. This setup is entirely open-source, and you can clone the repo, which provides all the code necessary to get started.

git clone https://github.com/your_repo/telegram_novita.git
cd telegram_novita

After cloning, launch Visual Studio Code, your go-to editor for coding.

code .

Setting Up the Environment

First, create a new Python environment. You'll use this environment to keep your project isolated and manageable.

python -m venv venv

Now, activate the environment. On Windows, you can do this with:

venv\Scripts\activate

Once activated, proceed to install the required dependencies:

pip install -r requirements.txt

The critical dependencies include:

  • Novita Client
  • OpenAI library
  • Python Environment for handling variables
  • Telegram Bot library

Next, you’ll need to set up your environment variables. Copy the env.example file, rename it to .env, and insert your API tokens.

Creating Your Telegram Bot

To set up your bot, visit Telegram and search for "BotFather," a bot that assists in creating other bots. Start a conversation and follow the prompts to create your new bot, taking note of the access token provided. This token is crucial for interacting with your bot.

  1. Search for and start a chat with the BotFather.
  2. Use the /newbot command and follow the prompts to name your bot.
  3. Copy the generated token and add it to your .env file as TELEGRAM_API_TOKEN.

Integrating with Novita AI API

Next, sign up at Novita AI to obtain your API keys. You will need to insert these keys into your .env file to access their cloud services effectively. You’ll also have to set up the base URL for the predictions made by the Llama 3 model.

API_KEY=your_novita_api_key
BASE_URL=https://api.novita.ai/v1

Coding the Bot

The bot's primary function is articulated in the virtual_gf.py file, where we handle the Telegram messaging logic, photo generation, and AI responses.

  • Set up handlers for messages.
  • Implement response logic depending on user prompts.
  • Incorporate functions for image generation based on the user’s requests.

To start the bot, simply run the following command in your terminal:

python virtual_gf.py

Testing the Bot

When you start the bot for the first time, send the /start command, and Katie will greet you! You can initiate a conversation, ask her questions, or request images.

For example, if you request, “Show me a photo in green attire,” the bot will generate a corresponding image and send it back, ensuring the output maintains face consistency to resemble Katie.

Hosting Your Bot

Once your bot is functional locally, consider hosting it permanently on Novita AI's GPU instances. Create your instance and access it via Jupyter Lab to manage your bot continuously.

Final Thoughts

Creating an AI girlfriend chatbot like Katie has been an exhilarating experience, filled with learning and adaptation. Use the provided codes to personalize your bot further and explore the possibilities of embedding authentication and payment processes.

For those curious about affordable GPU hosting, I found Novita AI to be a cost-effective solution that makes building this project feasible and enjoyable.

Remember, this is just the beginning. There's much more you can add or modify to enhance Katie’s personality and interaction. Try it out, and let me know your thoughts!

Keywords

  • AI Girlfriend Chatbot
  • Telegram Bot
  • Llama 3 Model
  • Novita AI
  • Image Generation
  • API Token
  • Python Environment
  • Face Consistency
  • Hosting GPU

FAQ

What is Katie, the AI Girlfriend Chatbot?

Katie is an AI chatbot designed to simulate a girlfriend's companionship through natural conversations and image generation.

How do I set up the bot on Telegram?

You can set up the bot by creating it via the Telegram BotFather, obtaining an access token, and integrating it into your project code.

What is the function of the Novita AI API?

The Novita AI API provides powerful AI models and GPU resources that can be leveraged to create sophisticated applications like Katie.

Can I customize Katie’s personality?

Absolutely! You can modify the chatbot's personality and responses by adjusting the code, especially in the configuration file where you define Katie's traits and behaviors.

Is Novita AI affordable for hosting?

Yes, Novita AI offers competitive pricing for GPU instances, which can make hosting your bot both practical and cost-effective.

Feel free to ask more questions as you explore building your own AI bot!