Choose a Model
commit-msg-ai works with any model available in Ollama. You need at least one downloaded.
List your models
See what’s already on your machine:
ollama list
If the list is empty, you’ll need to pull one.
Recommended models
| Model | Size | Best for |
|---|---|---|
llama3.2 | ~2 GB | General purpose, fast, good default |
qwen2.5-coder | ~4.7 GB | Code understanding, best quality |
mistral | ~2.3 GB | Fast and capable |
codellama | ~3.8 GB | Code-focused |
Pull a model
# Lightweight and fast (recommended to start)
ollama pull llama3.2
# Better code understanding
ollama pull qwen2.5-coder
Start with llama3.2 if you’re unsure. It’s small, fast, and produces good commit messages. You can always switch later.
Browse all models
The full catalog is at ollama.com/library. Any model that works with Ollama works with commit-msg-ai.
Test your model
Make sure it’s working:
ollama run llama3.2 "Say hello"
If you get a response, you’re ready to install commit-msg-ai.
Next: Install commit-msg-ai