Graph retrieval without the cost, aimed at running on a laptop. Built by HKU.
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Common questions
Is LightRAG free to use?
LightRAG is open source and free to run yourself. You still pay whichever model provider you point it at, and this tutorial is free with no signup.
Do I need to know Python to use LightRAG?
Basic Python is enough. Functions, dictionaries and imports cover most of what LightRAG asks of you.
When should I not use LightRAG?
When something else in data and rag fits the job better. The others in that group are listed below.
Lessons for LightRAG are being written. Meanwhile the APIs for AI tutorial covers the same ground: state, tools, loops, memory and human approval. Most of it carries straight over.
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