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Agent Pdp1
Agent Pdp1 is an AI companion for the PiDP-1 replica that acts as a tutor, guide, and capable copilot.
Agent Pdp1 is an AI companion designed for the PiDP-1 replica and Linux machines. It installs a tutor, guide, and copilot that can see the Type 30 graphics display, type on the typewriter, and operate the front panel just like a human user. The system includes markdown skills for PDP-1 assembly, debugging, plumbing, vision, and tutoring, along with an open-source Hermes Agent setup. It connects to external LLMs like DeepSeek via an install script. The AI helps users learn assembly programming, operate the machine, find bugs, and explore graphics demos. It is built for retrocomputing enthusiasts ranging from beginners to advanced users.
Agent Pdp1 at a glance
Key features
- Install a complete Hermes Agent setup on the PiDP-1
- Share access to the typewriter and front panel with the AI
- Read the Type 30 graphics display through vision tools
- Provide structured code reviews for PDP-1 programs
- Teach assembly programming and machine operation
- Maintain a curated self-learning log of user preferences and past mistakes
- Restore and update core skills from GitHub
Use it for
- Learning how to operate the PDP-1 replica
- Studying PDP-1 assembly programming and debugging
- Exploring historical graphics demos and Lisp
- Getting interactive code reviews of PDP-1 software
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