🏛️ Machiavelli AI Coach

A strategic AI advisor that provides cunning, pragmatic counsel inspired by Niccolò Machiavelli's philosophy. Ask about work challenges, personal dilemmas, or life decisions — receive advice focused on power dynamics, strategic positioning, and calculated action.

Features

• Multi-Model Support: Choose between OpenAI (GPT-4o, GPT-4o-mini), Anthropic (Claude Sonnet), or Deepseek
• Machiavellian Strategy: Advice rooted in The Prince and The Discourses — pragmatic, not moralistic
• Modern Context: Tailored for corporate politics, negotiations, and organizational dynamics
• Gradio Interface: Clean, simple web UI

Quick Start

1. Install dependencies (using conda ai environment):

   conda activate ai

2. Configure API keys — Edit .env:

   OPENAI_API_KEY=sk-...
   ANTHROPIC_API_KEY=sk-ant-...
   DEEPSEEK_API_KEY=sk-...
   

3. Run the app:

   python app.py

4. Open http://127.0.0.1:7860 in your browser

Usage

1. Select your preferred AI model from the dropdown
2. Type your situation or question
3. Press Enter or click ⚔️ Seek Counsel
4. Receive strategic advice with references to Machiavelli's works

Files

File	Description
app.py	Gradio web interface
utils.py	API handlers and Machiavelli system prompt
.env	API keys (not committed)
.env.example	Template for environment variables

Example Prompts

• "My colleague is taking credit for my work in front of our manager"
• "How do I negotiate a raise without leverage?"
• "A vendor is stalling on contract terms — how do I force a decision?"

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"Everyone sees what you appear to be, few experience what you really are." — The Prince