AI Assistant Changelog

From Version 0.74 to 1.0 - A Leap Forward in Privacy and Performance

Table of Contents

Overview

The upgrade from Silentis AI Assistant v0.74 to v1.0 represents a transformative shift, moving from a Tkinter-based desktop application to a modern, web-driven architecture using Flask and PyQt5. This release introduces a responsive web interface, enhanced AI capabilities, robust API support, and user-focused features like text copying and document integration. The changelog below provides a detailed account of all changes, ensuring transparency and clarity for users and developers.

Version Comparison: v0.74 vs. v1.0

To highlight the evolution, the following table compares key aspects of v0.74 and v1.0:

Feature v0.74 v1.0
Interface Tkinter-based desktop GUI Web-based UI with Flask, PyQt5, and Bootstrap
Backend Local Python scripts Flask server with REST API
Chat Interaction Single-shot responses Real-time streaming responses
Text Copying Manual selection and copy Dedicated copy buttons for messages and code blocks
Chat History Basic in-memory storage Persistent JSON storage with search and pagination
Document Support Not available Text and PDF uploads with context-aware responses
Model Management Single model loading Multiple models with UI selection and downloads
API Support Not available Comprehensive REST API with authentication
Theme Fixed light theme Light/dark theme toggle
Performance Monitoring Not available RAM and GPU usage indicators
Export Options Basic text export JSON and PDF exports with formatting

What index.html Offers

The new index.html serves as the cornerstone of Silentis v1.0’s web-based frontend, replacing the Tkinter GUI. Built with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, it leverages Bootstrap for responsiveness, Highlight.js for code syntax highlighting, and Font Awesome for icons. Key features include:

The index.html file communicates with the Flask backend via AJAX and SSE, enabling a smooth, app-like experience while maintaining offline capability once models are loaded.

Framework and UI Changes

Configuration Management

AI Core Enhancements

API and Networking

Chat and History Management

Text Copying Functionality

A highly requested feature, text copying in v1.0 is seamless and user-friendly, addressing v0.74’s reliance on manual selection.

Document Integration

Model Management

UI/UX Enhancements

PDF Export

Dependencies

Miscellaneous

Notes

- Version 1.0 emphasizes modularity, scalability, and user experience, with a web-based interface that supports future extensions like mobile apps or cloud integration. - Tkinter-specific features (e.g., custom window icons, precise widget styling) were replaced with web equivalents, prioritizing cross-platform consistency. - The API-driven design opens possibilities for remote access or third-party integrations, pending user demand. - Text copying and other UX enhancements were prioritized based on user feedback from v0.74. - All changes maintain Silentis’s commitment to offline, privacy-first AI processing.

Last Updated: April 12, 2025
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