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ShellGPT vs Xinference
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| Fact | ShellGPT | Xinference |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Python | Python |
| Licence | MIT | Apache-2.0 |
| Stars | 12k | 9.6k |
| Latest | 1.5.1 | v3.5.0 |
| Last push | 2026-07-02 | 2026-10-06 |
| Release cadence | about 183 days between releases | about 15 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 0 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 38 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace ChatGPT. Alternatives to ChatGPT →
PartialShellGPTA terminal assistant that answers questions and suggests shell commands.
PartialXinferenceServes open-weight language, embedding and speech models behind an OpenAI-compatible API.
ShellGPT
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ShellGPT
✓ signed The latest release, 1.5.1, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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Xinference
✓ signed The latest release, v3.5.0, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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