Open Web UI Update: Knowledge Bases & Embedding Models
Exploring the new features in Open Web UI, focusing on knowledge base management and embedding model configuration for improved search.
Course Timeline
🎥 Introduction: Enhanced Knowledge Base Management
Overview of the new Open Web UI update, highlighting improved document management and knowledge base creation.
🚀 Importing and Managing Knowledge Bases
Detailed walkthrough of importing documents (files and directories), creating new knowledge bases, and managing the process of indexing and vector embedding.
⚙️ Configuring Embedding Models
Explanation of embedding model selection and configuration, including using Hugging Face models and understanding the impact of model choice on performance and speed. Covers hybrid search and reranking.
🔄 Recomputing Embeddings and Troubleshooting
Demonstration of changing embedding models, the need for recomputation, and troubleshooting issues encountered during the embedding process (e.g., slow processing with larger models).
💡 Utilizing the Knowledge Base for Queries
How to use the newly created knowledge base to answer questions, along with a discussion on limitations and potential issues (e.g., incomplete uploads affecting search results).
🎯 Conclusion: Best Practices and Considerations
Summary of key takeaways, including choosing appropriate embedding models, handling different document types, and addressing common challenges.