deforum-stable-diffusion

Deforum Stable Diffusion

Introduction

Deforum Stable Diffusion is an open-source project created by a community of programmers and artists dedicated to making image synthesis using stable diffusion machine learning accessible to everyone. Although the project is no longer actively maintained, it has been designed to be free to use and easy to modify to meet various needs and customize pipelines. With an emphasis on collaboration, the community invites both seasoned developers and newcomers to join in enhancing and evolving the platform.

Key Features

• IPython Notebook Environment: Designed for use with Google Colab, this project primarily operates within an IPython notebook environment, making setup and execution accessible.
• Local and Online Run Options: In response to demand, the project supports local runtime and plans to introduce web user interfaces.
• Animation and Image Tools: Users can generate interpolation, 2D and 3D animations, as well as RANSAC animations. There are also tools for CLIP, aesthetic, and color palette conditioning.
• Versatile Usage: Multiple features aim to provide a full suite of tools to create stable diffusion images creatively and flexibly.

Before You Start

Before diving into Deforum Stable Diffusion, several prerequisites are necessary to ensure smooth operation:

1. FFmpeg: Install FFmpeg for multimedia data handling. Available from the official site, it assists in processing audio and video files.
2. NVIDIA Drivers: Obtain the latest NVIDIA drivers to leverage GPU capabilities, specifically for CUDA 11.7, potentially unnecessary for Windows.
3. Huggingface Token: Acquire a Huggingface token required for automatic model downloads.
4. Anaconda: Anaconda installation is suggested for managing Python environments and packages.
5. Git: Install Git using Anaconda or via standalone downloads for version control.

Getting Started

To set up Deforum Stable Diffusion, follow these steps:

1. Create and Activate Environment: Initialize an Anaconda environment with: conda create -n dsd python=3.10 -y and activate using: conda activate dsd.
2. Clone Repository: Download the project with git clone https://github.com/deforum-art/deforum-stable-diffusion.git and navigate into the directory.
3. Install Dependencies: Execute python install_requirements.py to install necessary packages.
4. Verify Installation: Run python Deforum_Stable_Diffusion.py to confirm setup.

Running Deforum

Deforum Stable Diffusion can be operated in four ways:

• Locally with Python: The simplest way to run and test configurations via the .py file.
• Locally with Jupyter: For a similar experience to Colab, run the .ipynb file using Jupyter Lab or Notebook.
• Colab Local Runtime: Utilize Google Colab’s interface with local computing power.
• Colab Servers: Directly online using Google Colab's full cloud infrastructure.

Starting Over

To redo the setup, delete the project folder and remove the Anaconda environment with:

conda deactivate
conda env remove -n dsd

This facilitates a fresh start by clearing prior configurations.

Customization

Deforum Stable Diffusion offers extensive customization. The platform supports over 100 settings in its core notebook, allowing users to tailor the software’s outputs significantly. For guidance on these features, consult the configuration guide or seek support from the Deforum community on Discord.

Contributing

Community contributions are encouraged regardless of experience levels. Potential contributors can connect via the Deforum Discord server. The project follows GitFlow for managing contributions and changes, focusing on structured development and integration processes.

Support Us

As a community-oriented initiative, Deforum Stable Diffusion relies on user support to progress. Contributions via their Patreon aid in offsetting hosting, development, and maintenance expenses, ensuring ongoing improvements and sustainability of the project.