v1.15.0

# 🚀 big-AGI 1.15.0 - Beam

### Introducing multi-model AI chats.

We're thrilled to announce **big-AGI 1.15.0 - Beam**. [Beam is a new chat modality in big-AGI](https://big-agi.com/blog/beam-multi-model-ai-reasoning) that empowers users to find better answers by leveraging the collective intelligence of multiple models. It's a game-changer for brainstorming, decision-making, and creativity.

The word "groundbreaking" gets tossed around a lot these days, but this is new technique really is, and this is a world exclusive for you big-AGI lovers. With over 400 commits and 10,000+ lines of code changed, big-AGI 1.15 sets a milestone in AI chats.

![release-cover-v1 15 0 r](https://github.com/enricoros/big-AGI/assets/32999/421ebefa-d0ce-4818-a380-ee3f03bf7d82)

- **Beam**: Unveiling the multi-model AI chat experience. #470
- **Managed Deployments Auto-Configuration**: Simplify your setup with auto-configuration for managed deployments: set env vars on the backend and the frontend will pick up all the models automatically - works well local models too, such as [LocalAI](https://localai.io). #436 
- **Message Starring ⭐ and Filtering**: Star important messages, and in the future you'll be able to attach and filter chats. It's already working, but we're still testing the UI patterns for it #476 
- **Persona Enhancements**: The default AI persona just got better
- **UI and Model Fixes**: Ironed out issues with Gemini models and SVGs and polished the UI and icons for a smoother experience

### For Developers:
- **Imperative LLM Models Discovery**: moved from React to imperative code, with reactive hooks. Enables #436 
- Full changelog: https://github.com/enricoros/big-AGI/compare/v1.14.1...v1.15.0

## In Summary

1.15.0 - Beam is the most impactful big-AGI release to date. By leveraging the power of multiple models, Beam enables users to explore diverse perspectives, synthesize optimal responses, and push the boundaries of what's possible with AI-assisted brainstorming, decision-making, and creativity.

Experience the future of AI chat _and upgrade to Beam today_, available via code, Docker, or directly on [big-agi.com](https://big-agi.com).

Join our vibrant AGI community on [Discord](https://discord.gg/MkH4qj2Jp9) and be part of the conversation! Your feedback and contributions are invaluable in shaping the future of big-AGI. Now, let's embark on this exciting journey together with `Beam` 🚀