What this is
TutorClaw is a private, local-first AI teaching assistant system. It runs entirely on your own computer, meaning your learning sessions, help requests, and chats remain private to you.
Why it matters
Running an assistant locally ensures that your files and conversations are protected within your local machine. There is no external cloud database keeping copies of your prompts.
Before You Start
To configure your local environment, ensure you have:
- A Windows computer with WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux) enabled.
- Your own API keys: TutorClaw does not ship with built-in API keys. You will need a Google Gemini API key to power your assistant.
- No programming skills required: The installation and setup flow is fully guided.
Setup Steps
Step 1: Run the Setup Batch File
Open the folder where TutorClaw is located on your computer (C:\Users\Jaimie\PatientZero), locate START_HERE_WINDOWS.bat, and double-click it. A terminal window will open to initialize your environment.
Step 2: Configure Your API Keys
TutorClaw will prompt you to enter your Gemini API key. Follow the on-screen link to Google AI Studio to generate a key, then copy and paste it into the setup window. This key is stored securely in a local .env file on your machine.
Step 3: Launch TutorClaw
Once setup finishes, your default browser will open to the TutorClaw dashboard. You can now start using the assistant!
Use Chat as the Lab
To practice these setup steps or ask questions, go back to your chat window and try asking TutorClaw:
How does the local database keep my chats private?Show me the setup checklist.