StarCoder2 7B

Good fit for

Developers seeking a code-completion base model rather than a conversational coding assistant.

Why consider it

The catalog identifies the 7B variant, training on 17 programming languages and a dedicated completion template.

Main limitations

The 7B entry is not the separate 15B instruct model. Do not expect general chat instruction following. The 4.0GB package is not a RAM minimum. Model-generated code requires testing.

Cost and access

Local package without a hosted subscription or per-token fee. Hardware, electricity and setup are separate. License: BigCode Open RAIL-M v1.

Getting started

Install a compatible Ollama version, then run: ollama run starcoder2:7b. API access means the runtime-provided local API, not a bundled hosted service.