While exploring ways to reduce that friction, I came across PAIO. The setup was essentially one click, but it still gives control over credentials with BYOK and a privacy-first approach. For me, it highlighted how much overhead self-hosting introduces versus a managed, secure personal AI—though I still see the value in projects like yours for learning and experimenting with local-first AI.
It might be worth adding a section comparing “full DIY vs managed but privacy-preserving AI” workflows—could help newcomers decide which path fits their goals.
I’ve been following the development of Clawdbot (a local AI OS) and realized that while the core project is brilliant, there’s a steep learning curve for non-hardcore developers—especially when it comes to 24/7 deployment on hardware like the new Mac Mini M4.
I built getclawdbot.org to bridge that gap. My goal is to make it the "missing manual" for the project. A few things I’ve added beyond the official README:
Hardware Optimization: Deep dives into why Mac Mini is the ideal low-power host.
Searchable Troubleshooting: I’m indexing common errors (like the notorious Gateway Pairing issue) to save people hours of debugging.
Skill Showcase: A more visual way to explore what these agents can actually do (browsing, Notion sync, etc.).
It’s still early days, and I’m actively adding more skill guides and local-first automation tips. I'd love to hear your thoughts on what’s missing or what local AI use cases you're most excited about!