CORS Chat: Open-Source Tool for Testing Qwen 3.8 Locally
Overview
FAQ
What is CORS Chat?
An open-source web tool by Simon Willison for testing OpenAI-Responses-compatible chat endpoints, working with LM Studio and OpenRouter.
How can it be used with Qwen 3.8?
Run Qwen 3.8 27B locally via LM Studio and connect using the --cors option, or via OpenRouter.
Is it suitable for MENA development teams?
Yes, it allows local model evaluation without cloud costs, helping informed decisions on adopting open-source models.
What is unique about CORS Chat?
It progressively renders SVG images during token streaming, allowing real-time viewing of generated images.
Source: Simon Willison (LLM & tools)
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