Optional Local Brain Guide
CentR V2 introduces an optional local Small Language Model (SLM) reasoning layer. The Brain acts as a specialized context re-ranking filter with zero cloud APIs and 100% offline privacy.
Core Authority Invariant
The Brain cannot execute shell commands, edit files directly, invent ungrounded file paths, or bypass Core validation. It operates strictly as an advisor.
Hardware-Aware Profiles
| Profile | Target System | Recommended Model | RAM Footprint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimal | 4-core CPU, 8 GB RAM | qwen2.5:1.5b | ~1.2 GB |
| Balanced | 8-core CPU, 16 GB RAM (Apple M-series) | llama3.2:3b | ~2.5 GB |
| Quality | Dedicated GPU (VRAM ≥ 8GB), 32 GB RAM | qwen2.5:7b | ~5.2 GB |
CLI Commands
bash
# Inspect hardware recommendation
centr brain recommend
# Check status
centr brain status
# Enable Brain
centr brain enable