{"repo":"syxanash/maxheadbox","free":true,"listed":false,"github":"https://github.com/syxanash/maxheadbox","clone":"git clone https://github.com/syxanash/maxheadbox.git","description":"Tiny truly local voice-activated LLM Agent that runs on a Raspberry Pi","language":"JavaScript","stars":350,"topics":["agentic-ai","gemma3","llm","qwen3","raspberry-pi","agent","raspberry-pi-5","agents","ai","express"],"license":"GPL-3.0","category":"ai-agents","readme_excerpt":"Max Headbox Max Headbox is an open-source voice-activated LLM agent built for Raspberry Pi. It operates 100% locally on-device, which eliminates reliance on cloud-based AI providers. It can be configured to execute custom tools and automate actions on your Pi. Read my blog post about this project! Hardware Requirements To get Max Headbox up and running, you'll need the following hardware: Raspberry Pi 5 (tested on a 16GB and 8GB model) A microphone is necessary for voice commands. (I've used this one from Amazon) GeeekPi Screen, Case, and Cooler: This all-in-one bundle from Amazon provides a screen, a protective case, and an active cooler to keep your Raspberry Pi running smoothly. (This bundle is optional but definitley use an active cooler!) If you don't want to replicate the exact box form factor, you can still run it anywhere you want, just make sure you have about 6GB available to run the LLMs. Software Requirements Ensure you have the following software installed before proceeding with the setup: Node 22 Python 3 Ollama Update 9/3/2026 Ruby is no longer needed to run the project, the backend has been rewritten in Express.js Setup and Installation Follow these steps to get Max Headbox set up and ready to run. 1. Clone the repository 2. Install Node dependencies 3. Install backend dependencies Navigate to the backend/ directory and install the required Python packages. 4. Set up Ollama After installing Ollama, pull the necessary language models: In the settings select exp","default_branch":null,"files":null,"tree":[],"storefront":"/r/syxanash","claimed":false,"request_supported":{"post":"https://gitbuyer.com/r/syxanash/maxheadbox/request-supported","requests":0},"note":"indexed from public GitHub; nothing is for sale on this page. Clone it from GitHub. Paid listings live at /search."}