This template showcases a Next.js chatbot that leverages the Vercel AI SDK's streamObject function in "no-schema" output mode. This powerful feature allows developers to generate structured data from AI providers like OpenAI and Anthropic without needing a predefined schema, offering flexibility for dynamic data generation.
Key features of this template include:
- Vercel AI SDK Integration: Seamlessly integrates with the Vercel AI SDK for interacting with various AI models.
- No-Schema Output Mode: Demonstrates how to use
streamObjectto generate structured JSON data without a strict schema, enabling more adaptive AI responses. - Next.js Framework: Built on Next.js, providing a robust and scalable foundation for modern web applications.
- Chatbot Functionality: A fully functional chatbot interface for real-time interaction with AI models.
- Environment Variable Management: Easy setup with environment variables for API keys from different AI providers.
To deploy your own version, you can use the provided Vercel deploy button. For local development, bootstrap the example using create-next-app with npm, Yarn, or pnpm. You'll need to sign up for AI provider accounts (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic), obtain their API keys, and set them as environment variables in a .env file. After installing dependencies with npm install, you can launch the development server using npm run dev.
This template is ideal for developers looking to build AI-powered applications that require flexible structured data generation, such as dynamic content creation, complex query responses, or interactive AI agents. It provides a solid starting point for exploring advanced AI capabilities within a Next.js environment. Further learning resources for the Vercel AI SDK, Vercel AI Playground, and Next.js Documentation are also provided to help you deepen your understanding and expand your projects.
