Ollama Model Update Script

Overview

The ollama_update script is a Bash script designed to check and update all installed Ollama large language models (LLMs) to their latest versions. It automates the process of pulling the newest model versions from the Ollama repository.

Prerequisites

• Ollama: Ensure the Ollama CLI is installed and configured on your system.
• Bash: The script runs in a Bash environment (Linux, macOS, or WSL on Windows).
• Permissions: The script must be executable. Run chmod +x ollama_update to grant execute permissions.

Script Details

File: ollama_update

Purpose: Lists all installed Ollama models and pulls their latest versions.

Code:

#!/bin/bash
echo "Checking for updates for all installed Ollama models..."
ollama list | awk 'NR>1 {print $1}' | while read -r model; do
  echo "--- Pulling $model ---"
  ollama pull "$model"
  echo "--- Done with $model ---"
done
echo "All checks/updates complete."