AI Model API Improvements

[ric-v]

This pull request updates the extension to version 0.8.5 and addresses an important bug fix related to the local AI model API implementation. The main changes include adding support for both HTTP and custom ports when connecting to AI model endpoints, making the API key optional for custom endpoints, and updating the changelog and package version accordingly.

AI Model API Improvements

• Added support for both HTTP and HTTPS protocols and custom ports when connecting to AI model endpoints in AiService.ts. The code now dynamically chooses the protocol and port based on the endpoint URL, improving compatibility with local and custom AI models. [1] [2] [3]
• Made the API key optional for custom AI providers and only adds the Authorization header if an API key is provided, allowing greater flexibility for local or self-hosted AI endpoints.

Bug Fixes and Documentation

• Fixed custom AI provider not compatible with local setup #56 by resolving local AI model API implementation issues with support for HTTP and custom ports, as noted in the changelog.

Versioning and Changelog

• Updated package.json version from 0.8.4 to 0.8.5.
• Updated CHANGELOG.md to reflect the new version range and document the bug fix. [1] [2]

[Balder86]

Yes, I can see the connection being established as provided.
HTTP + custom port work.