# EthosPower AI — Full Content Index > AI-powered consulting and tools for the energy sector. Production-grade AI and power systems engineering by Vanya Smythe. Open-source platform stack, sovereign AI solutions, prompt optimization, and interactive technical analysis. Site: https://ethospower.ai llms.txt: https://ethospower.ai/llms.txt ## Site Navigation ### Solutions URL: https://ethospower.ai/solutions AI-powered solutions for energy and industrial sectors **Showcases** - [Ivan's Workflow Orchestration](https://ethospower.ai/solutions/iwo-dbos): Crash-safe multi-agent build pipeline on Postgres - [Second Brain](https://ethospower.ai/solutions#second-brain): Voice notes to CRM in under a minute - [Autonomous Supply Chain](https://ethospower.ai/solutions#autonomous-supply-chain): ERPNext + n8n + Firecrawl + Ollama procurement - [Mission Control Field Agent](https://ethospower.ai/solutions#mission-control-field): Edge-deployed RAG for field technicians - [PRD-to-Execution Pipeline](https://ethospower.ai/solutions#prd-to-execution): Requirements to tasks via Task Master AI + MCP - [The Sovereign Librarian](https://ethospower.ai/solutions#sovereign-librarian): Self-hosted RAG with full data sovereignty - [Lead-to-Nurture Pipeline](https://ethospower.ai/solutions#lead-nurture-pipeline): ERPNext + Listmonk + n8n marketing automation - [Battery Field Testing](https://ethospower.ai/solutions#battery-field-testing): AI-guided discharge and impedance testing for standby power **Resources** - [Platforms](https://ethospower.ai/approach/open-source): Open-source platforms I build on and contribute to - [Diagram Library](https://ethospower.ai/diagrams): Interactive embeddable diagrams ### Services URL: https://ethospower.ai/services AI that expands what your people can do **Make better decisions** - [Consulting](https://ethospower.ai/services/consulting): Know where AI actually fits - [Training](https://ethospower.ai/services/training): Make your team AI-capable **Free your team from repetitive work** - [Automations](https://ethospower.ai/services/automations): Stop doing it by hand - [AI Agents](https://ethospower.ai/services/agents): A tireless digital teammate **Build the thing that runs your business** - [Websites](https://ethospower.ai/services/websites): Your public marketing presence - [Web-Apps](https://ethospower.ai/services/web-apps): A tool your team logs into - [Platforms](https://ethospower.ai/services/platforms): The whole system, end-to-end ### Pricing URL: https://ethospower.ai/pricing Transparent pricing for all service tiers ### Tools URL: https://ethospower.ai/tools Free calculators, AI tools, and assessments **Calculators** - [eBatt Calculators](https://ebatt.ethospower.ai): IEEE 485 battery sizing & EN 50272-2 hydrogen venting - [ROI Calculator](https://ethospower.ai/tools?tab=roi): AI implementation returns - [Compliance Checker](https://ethospower.ai/tools?tab=compliance): GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, PCI-DSS review - [SaaS vs Sovereign](https://ethospower.ai/sovereign-savings-calculator): Compare digital rent vs ownership **AI Tools** - [Prompt Optimizer](https://ethospower.ai/tools/promptworker): Generate documents from templates - [AI Chat](https://ethospower.ai/chat): Ask EthosAI about energy solutions - [AI Readiness](https://ethospower.ai/tools?tab=assessment): Evaluate your AI preparedness **Analytics & Transparency** - [System Pulse](https://ethospower.ai/analytics/globe): Live system activity dashboard - [Bug Tracker](https://ethospower.ai/bugs): Transparent issue tracking - [MCP Registry](https://ethospower.ai/mcp-registry): Model Context Protocol connectors ### Platforms URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/open-source Open-source platforms I deploy, self-host and configure ### Trust URL: https://ethospower.ai/trust Security, privacy, and data sovereignty commitments ### About URL: https://ethospower.ai/about About Vanya Smythe, blog, and resources **About** - [About EthosPower](https://ethospower.ai/about): Engineer first, AI specialist second - [About Vanya](https://ethospower.ai/about/who-we-are): Background and credentials - [What I Do](https://ethospower.ai/about/what-we-do): Services and capabilities - [How I Work](https://ethospower.ai/about/how-we-do-it): AI-augmented approach - [AI-Native Websites](https://ethospower.ai/services/websites): Websites with built-in AI intelligence **Resources** - [Blog](https://ethospower.ai/blog): Insights and updates - [Courses](https://ethospower.ai/learn): AI for energy professionals - [Documentation](https://ethospower.ai/docs): Technical docs and white papers - [Portfolio](https://ethospower.ai/portfolio): Case studies and projects ### Contact URL: https://ethospower.ai/contact Get in touch — book a call or send a message ## Services EthosPower provides production-grade AI and power systems engineering services: - **Build & Deploy**: Full-stack AI implementation from architecture through production deployment - **Assure & Audit**: Independent technical review, compliance verification, and quality assurance - **De-risk & Recover**: Rescue stalled projects, resolve integration failures, and stabilise production systems - **AI-Native Websites**: Design, build, and manage websites with built-in AI intelligence — chat, semantic search, automated content pipelines, edge deployment. This site is the proof. Details: [AI-Native Websites](https://ethospower.ai/services/websites) Advisory rate: NZD $220/hr. Details: [Pricing](https://ethospower.ai/pricing) ## AI Tools ### AI Chat URL: https://ethospower.ai/chat Interactive AI assistant powered by Claude. Ask about energy sector AI implementation, open-source platforms, compliance requirements, and technical architecture decisions. ### Prompt Optimizer (PromptWorker) URL: https://ethospower.ai/tools/promptworker Free prompt engineering tool with RSTCC framework analysis. Wizard mode for guided template-based document generation, and chat mode for iterative prompt optimization. 26 templates covering energy sector use cases. ### Solutions Designer URL: https://ethospower.ai/solutions AI-generated technical solutions with interactive React Flow diagrams. Describe your challenge and receive architecture recommendations with exportable diagrams. ### AI Readiness Assessment URL: https://ethospower.ai/tools?tab=assessment Evaluate your organisation's AI preparedness across data, infrastructure, skills, and governance dimensions. ### ROI Calculator URL: https://ethospower.ai/tools?tab=roi Calculate return on investment for AI implementation projects. Factors in licensing, infrastructure, training, and ongoing operational costs. ### Compliance Checker URL: https://ethospower.ai/tools?tab=compliance Review regulatory compliance requirements across GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, and PCI-DSS frameworks. ### Sovereign Savings Calculator URL: https://ethospower.ai/sovereign-savings-calculator Compare the total cost of SaaS subscriptions (digital rent) versus self-hosted ownership. Calculates breakeven point and 5-year cost projections. ### eBatt Calculators URL: https://ebatt.ethospower.ai IEEE 485 battery sizing and EN 50272-2 hydrogen venting calculators for power systems engineers. ## Open Source Platform Stack EthosPower deploys and supports 21 open-source platforms. Full details: [Platforms](https://ethospower.ai/approach/open-source) ### AI Platform **AnythingLLM** — Private AI Document Intelligence URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/anythingllm An all-in-one AI application for private document chat, RAG, and AI agents. Run locally or self-hosted with complete data control. Key features: One-click skill activation, Multi-GPU support, 100% offline operation, MCP protocol support Website: https://anythingllm.com **Ollama** — Run LLMs Locally URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/ollama The simplest way to run open-source large language models on your own hardware with complete privacy. 100+ models available. Key features: Qwen3-235B, DeepSeek-R1, Q4_K_M quantization, Run 70B+ on 16GB VRAM, OpenAI-compatible API Website: https://ollama.com **Msty** — Local AI Interface URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/msty Beautiful desktop app for running local LLMs with GPU acceleration, Shadow Personas, and MCP integration. Key features: Shadow Personas, GPU acceleration, MCP integration, 100% local Website: https://msty.app **SmythOS** — No-Code AI Agents URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/smythos Visual workflow builder for creating intelligent AI agents with drag-and-drop development and enterprise integration. Key features: No-code builder, 350+ tools, Multi-LLM support, Enterprise ready Website: https://smythos.com **LibreChat** — Open Source ChatGPT Alternative URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/librechat Self-hosted AI chat with multi-LLM support, agents, memory, and MCP integration. Key features: Multi-model support, MCP integration, Agents & tools, Persistent memory Website: https://librechat.ai **Open WebUI** — Self-Hosted LLM Interface URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/open-webui Privacy-focused web interface for local and cloud LLMs with seamless Ollama integration. Key features: Ollama integration, RAG support, Multi-user RBAC, 100% offline Website: https://docs.openwebui.com **Second Brain Pattern** — Voice → Knowledge Graph → CRM URL: https://ethospower.ai A reusable pattern I run for myself and adapt for clients: capture a voice note in Telegram, transcribe with Whisper, extract entities with a local LLM, persist to a Neo4j knowledge graph and Qdrant vector store with bidirectional cross-references, and route follow-ups through ERPNext and Listmonk. Human approval gates every outbound message. Key features: Voice → CRM in under a minute, Neo4j ↔ Qdrant cross-refs, Telegram-first capture, Human-in-loop outbound Website: /blog?topic=ai-architecture ### Automation **n8n** — Fair-Code Workflow Automation URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/n8n A powerful workflow automation platform with 400+ integrations, native AI capabilities, and full self-hosting options. Key features: AI Workflow Builder (beta), MCP protocol support, 220 workflows/sec scale, 4,000+ templates Website: https://n8n.io **Windmill** — Code-First Workflow Engine URL: https://ethospower.ai Open-source serverless runtime for scripts, flows, and apps in TypeScript, Python, Go, Bash, and SQL. The orchestrator I reach for when n8n's no-code surface starts fighting me. Key features: Multi-language scripts, Visual + code-first flows, Self-hosted (AGPL), Built-in suspend/resume Website: https://windmill.dev ### Collaboration **Nextcloud** — Self-Hosted Collaboration Platform URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/nextcloud Privacy-focused file sharing and collaboration with AI assistant capabilities. End-to-end encryption and full data sovereignty. Key features: AI Assistant 3.0 with agents, 6X faster uploads (Hub 25), E2EE calls, OpenProject integration Website: https://nextcloud.com **Frappe Learning** — Open-Source Learning Management System URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/frappe-learning A self-hostable LMS built on the Frappe Framework — structured courses with chapters and lessons, auto-graded quizzes, manual-review assignments, embedded programming exercises, learner batches with Zoom live classes, completion certificates and a built-in job board. I provide setup, configuration and integration so you keep full control of your learners' data. Key features: Courses, batches & live classes, Quizzes, assignments & code exercises, Certificates & progress tracking, Self-hosted (AGPL-3.0) Website: https://frappe.io/learning ### Business Systems **ERPNext** — Open Source ERP System URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/erpnext Comprehensive business management platform for accounting, inventory, HR, CRM, and manufacturing. No per-user licensing fees. Key features: v16 with MRP improvements, Multi-company trial balance, Stock reservation, POS offline mode Website: https://erpnext.com ### Project Management **OpenProject** — Open Source Project Management URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/openproject Leading open source project management software with Gantt charts, agile boards, time tracking, and team collaboration features. Key features: Real-time collaboration (v17), AI via MCP (2026), Jira migration support, SAFe & ARTs Website: https://openproject.org **Plane** — Modern Project Tracking URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/plane Open-source project management with GitHub-style issues, sprints, and cycles. Self-hosted Jira alternative. Key features: GitHub-style issues, Cycles & sprints, Kanban & Gantt, Git integration Website: https://plane.so **Task Master AI** — PRD-to-Tasks Decomposition URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/task-master-ai AI-powered task management that converts PRDs into structured, actionable task hierarchies with MCP integration. Key features: PRD parsing, MCP integration, Dependency detection, Claude Code compatible Website: https://github.com/eyaltoledano/claude-task-master ### Database **Qdrant** — High-Performance Vector Database URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/qdrant Open-source, Rust-based vector database optimized for semantic search, RAG applications, and AI memory systems. Key features: HNSW search, Hybrid filtering, Tiered multitenancy, Billion-scale capacity Website: https://qdrant.tech **Neo4j** — Native Graph Database URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/neo4j Leading graph database for knowledge graphs, AI memory systems, and relationship-rich connected data. Key features: Cypher queries, Graph Data Science, GraphRAG, Index-free adjacency Website: https://neo4j.com **ChromaDB** — AI-Native Embedding Database URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/chromadb Open-source vector database for embeddings with simple API, local development, and seamless LLM integration. Key features: Simple Python API, Built-in embeddings, LangChain compatible, Local-first Website: https://trychroma.com **Weaviate** — AI-Native Vector Database URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/weaviate Open-source vector database with hybrid search, built-in vectorization, and AI agents. Key features: Hybrid search, AI agents, Sub-100ms queries, Built-in vectorization Website: https://weaviate.io **Milvus** — Scalable Vector Database URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/milvus Open-source vector database for trillion-scale similarity search with hybrid queries. Key features: Trillion-scale, RaBitQ compression, Multi-tenancy, MCP support Website: https://milvus.io ### Testing **Playwright** — AI-Powered Browser Automation URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/playwright Microsoft's browser automation framework with AI-powered test generation, MCP integration, and cross-browser testing. Key features: Cross-browser, AI test generation, MCP integration, Visual regression Website: https://playwright.dev ### Data Collection **Firecrawl** — LLM-Ready Web Scraping URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/firecrawl Turn any website into clean, structured markdown for LLM consumption with JavaScript rendering and semantic chunking. Key features: Clean markdown output, JavaScript rendering, RAG-ready chunks, MCP server Website: https://firecrawl.dev ### Marketing **Postiz** — Social Media Management URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/postiz Self-hosted social media scheduling with AI content generation. Open-source alternative to Buffer and Hootsuite. Key features: Multi-platform posting, AI content generation, Team collaboration, Self-hosted Website: https://postiz.com ### Communication **Matrix/Element** — Federated Secure Communication URL: https://ethospower.ai/approach/matrix Open protocol for decentralized, end-to-end encrypted chat and video conferencing. Key features: E2E encryption, Federation, Video calls, Self-hosted Website: https://element.io ### Infrastructure **DBOS** — Durable Execution on Postgres URL: https://ethospower.ai/solutions/iwo-dbos A lightweight library that turns ordinary Python or TypeScript functions into crash-safe, replayable workflows backed by Postgres. Step outputs are checkpointed; a process restart resumes from the last completed step instead of re-running side effects. The foundation under Ivan's Workflow Orchestration. Key features: Postgres-backed checkpoints, Crash-safe step replay, Durable human-in-loop (DBOS.recv), Python + TypeScript Website: https://dbos.dev ## Blog URL: https://ethospower.ai/blog Technical articles on AI implementation, vector databases, workflow automation, and platform strategy for the energy sector. ### Topic Clusters - **Vector Databases & RAG** - **Workflow Automation** - **LLM Infrastructure** - **AI Platform Strategy** ### Additional Topics - AI Architecture - Platform Integration - AI-Native Web - EthosPower Tools & Calculators ## Additional Resources - [Diagram Library](https://ethospower.ai/diagrams): Interactive embeddable technical diagrams from blog articles - [Documentation](https://ethospower.ai/docs): Technical docs, architecture guides, and white papers - [Courses](https://ethospower.ai/learn): AI courses for energy professionals - [Portfolio](https://ethospower.ai/portfolio): Case studies and project examples - [MCP Registry](https://ethospower.ai/mcp-registry): Model Context Protocol connectors for AI agent integrations - [System Pulse](https://ethospower.ai/analytics/globe): Live system transparency and activity dashboard - [Bug Tracker](https://ethospower.ai/bugs): Transparent issue tracking ## Trust & Security URL: https://ethospower.ai/trust EthosPower deploys on customer infrastructure (on-prem, VPC, or air-gapped). All data stays within your control. No vendor lock-in — every component is open-source and portable. ## Contact - Contact form: https://ethospower.ai/contact - Book a meeting: https://book.ethospower.ai/vanya - Pricing: https://ethospower.ai/pricing ## Policies - [Privacy Policy](https://ethospower.ai/privacy) - [Terms & AI Usage Policy](https://ethospower.ai/terms) - [Cookie Policy](https://ethospower.ai/cookies) - [AI Policy: Do No Harm](https://ethospower.ai/ai-policy)