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Mattt
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Summary

AnyLanguageModel, a new Swift package, aims to simplify the integration of local and remote language models for developers on Apple platforms by providing a unified API. It addresses the challenges faced by developers using Apple's Foundation Models, Core ML, or third-party cloud models like OpenAI and Anthropic, which often involve different APIs and integration patterns. By allowing developers to swap their import statements to use AnyLanguageModel without significant code changes, the package reduces the friction in adopting open-source models that run locally. It leverages Swift 6.1 package traits to minimize dependency bloat, enabling developers to include only the necessary backends. Although it extends the capabilities of Apple's Foundation Models, such as adding image support, it risks potential conflicts with future Apple updates. AnyLanguageModel is currently in its pre-1.0 stage, with plans to enhance its features, including tool calling and guided generation, to support complex agentic workflows on Apple platforms.