Hermes-3-Llama-3.1-8B

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Hermes-3-Llama-3.1-8B

PropertyValue
Parameter Count8.03B
LicenseLlama3
PaperTechnical Report
Tensor TypeBF16
Downloads78,477

What is Hermes-3-Llama-3.1-8B?

Hermes-3-Llama-3.1-8B is the latest iteration in NousResearch's Hermes series, built on Meta's Llama 3.1 architecture. This generalist language model represents a significant advancement over its predecessor, featuring improved agentic capabilities, enhanced reasoning, and superior multi-turn conversation handling.

Implementation Details

The model utilizes the ChatML format for structured dialogue, enabling sophisticated system prompts and multi-turn conversations. It supports advanced features like function calling and JSON mode for structured outputs, making it highly versatile for various applications.

  • Built on Meta-Llama-3.1-8B base model
  • Implements ChatML format for enhanced dialogue control
  • Supports function calling with specific JSON schemas
  • Features dedicated JSON mode for structured outputs

Core Capabilities

  • Advanced agentic capabilities and roleplaying
  • Improved reasoning and long context coherence
  • Sophisticated function calling and structured output generation
  • Multi-turn conversation handling
  • Code generation capabilities

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What makes this model unique?

Hermes 3 stands out for its focus on user alignment and powerful steering capabilities. It offers enhanced control through system prompts and excels in both general assistant tasks and specialized functions like structured output generation.

Q: What are the recommended use cases?

The model is well-suited for conversational AI applications, function calling interfaces, structured data generation, code development, and general assistant tasks. Its versatility makes it appropriate for both technical and general-purpose applications.

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