Stable Code Models by Stability AI
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Details
About
The Stable Code LLM family by Stability AI is tailored for enhancing developer productivity, offering robust solutions for coding tasks. Originating from the BigCode open-source project, these models undergo extensive fine-tuning by Stability AI to refine their performance. The lineup includes various models, such as Stable Code Alpha and Stable Code 3B, each equipped with features like instruction tuning and long-context handling for up to 16,000 tokens. Renowned for their efficiency, these models perform on par with larger models like CodeLLaMA 7B while maintaining the ability to run offline on standard laptops. Supporting multiple programming languages and incorporating advanced features like Fill in the Middle (FIM) and rotary position embeddings (RoPE), the Stable Code models are well-suited for diverse coding applications, evolving to support a broader range of languages over time based on developer feedback 1234910.
Decision facts
- Best fit
- coding
- Capability starting point
- Stable Code 3B with 16k context
- Lowest tracked input
- Stable Code 3B · $0.1/1M · Fireworks AI
- Closest related family
- Stable Virtual Assistant
Current Variants
Use-when guidance is based on each model's tracked capabilities, context window, release date, and replacement status.
Use when the workload needs 16k context and 3B parameters.
Use when the workload needs 16k context and 3B parameters.
Use when the workload needs 4k context and 3B parameters.
| Model | Use when | Released | Signals | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stable Code 3B | Use when the workload needs 16k context and 3B parameters. | 2023-08 | 16k context3B parameters | Current |
| Stable Code Alpha 3B | Use when the workload needs 16k context and 3B parameters. | 2023-08 | 16k context3B parameters | Current |
| Stable Code Alpha 3B 4K | Use when the workload needs 4k context and 3B parameters. | 2023-08 | 4k context3B parameters | Current |
Release Timeline
1 release groupSpecifications(3 models)
| Model | Released | Context | Parameters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stable Code 3B | 2023-08 | 16k | 3B |
| Stable Code Alpha 3B | 2023-08 | 16k | 3B |
| Stable Code Alpha 3B 4K | 2023-08 | 4k | 3B |
Available From(2 providers)
Pricing
| Model | Provider | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stable Code 3B | Fireworks AI | $0.1 | $0.1 | Provisioned |
