DeepSeek-R1 is a powerful language model that you can run on your local machine using Ollama, which simplifies downloading, running, and interacting with LLMs. This guide will walk you through setting up DeepSeek-R1 and making API calls to use it in your applications.
Why Run DeepSeek-R1 Locally?
Running DeepSeek-R1 on your own system provides several benefits:
✅ Privacy & Security – Your data stays on your device.
✅ Faster Responses – No network latency from API calls.
✅ Offline Access – Work without an internet connection.
✅ No API Costs – Avoid paying for cloud-based LLM services.
✅ Customization – Fine-tune and modify model settings as needed.