OpenAI Quickstart Guide
Get up and running with Articulate LLM Desktop and OpenAI in just a few minutes.
Estimated Setup Time: 5-10 minutes
Contents
- System Requirements
- Prerequisites
- OpenAI Account Setup
- Download and Install
- Configure Your Bot
- Cost Considerations
- Advanced Configuration
- Next Steps
- Troubleshooting
System Requirements
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- Operating System:
- Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
- MacOS 10.15 or later
- Ubuntu 20.04 or later
- Hardware:
- Minimum 8GB RAM
- 4-core CPU
- 2GB free disk space
- Network: Stable internet connection
- OpenAI Account: Active OpenAI account with API access
Prerequisites
- This guide assumes you have a working knowledge of OpenAI and its API
OpenAI Account Setup
OpenAI Configuration
⏱️ Estimated time: 5 minutes
- OpenAI Account Setup
- Create or use existing OpenAI account
- API Key Generation
- Log in to OpenAI dashboard
- Navigate to settings -> API keys
- Click on "Create new secret key"
- Copy and save the key immediately (it won't be shown again)
- API Key Storage
- Store the API key securely
- Never share or expose your API key publicly
- Consider using environment variables
- Rotate keys periodically for security
Security Note: If you suspect your API key has been compromised, regenerate it immediately from the OpenAI dashboard.
Pro Tip: Create separate API keys for development and production environments.
Download and Install
⏱️ Estimated time: 3-5 minutes
Download the Articulate LLM Desktop app for your platform:
Configure Your Bot
⏱️ Estimated time: 5 minutes
OpenAI Setup
Choose Your Inference Provider
- Select "OpenAI" from providers list
- Enter your OpenAI API key
- Click "Validate Key" to test connectivity
- Select a 'default' model to be used for app processes
- Click 'Create Endpoint' to move to the next step Set up your bot
Set Up Your Bot
On the bot configuration page:
- Enter a name for your bot (e.g., "My Assistant")
- Choose a model from the available options (e.g., GPT-3.5-turbo, GPT-4)
- (Optional) Add a system prompt to define your bot's behavior
- Click "Create" to finish setup
Pro Tip: Use system prompts to specialize your bot for specific tasks.
Cost Considerations
Important: OpenAI API usage is billed based on:
- Model selection (e.g., GPT-3.5 vs GPT-4)
- Number of tokens (input + output)
- Request volume
- Additional features (if used)
We recommend:
- Setting up usage limits in OpenAI dashboard
- Monitoring costs regularly
- Starting with GPT-3.5-turbo for testing
- Reviewing OpenAI's Pricing Page
Advanced Configuration
Usage Monitoring
- Monitor API usage through OpenAI dashboard
- Set up usage alerts to avoid unexpected costs
Performance Optimization
- Experiment with different models for optimal performance
- Use fine-tuning for specialized tasks
Note: For detailed OpenAI API configuration, refer to OpenAI Documentation.
Next Steps
Immediate Actions
- Test your configuration
- Experiment with different models
- Monitor initial usage
Learning Resources
- OpenAI API Documentation
- OpenAI Pricing Guide
- Check our Documentation Home for more guides
- Visit our Support Page for assistance
Troubleshooting
Common issues and solutions:
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Authentication Failed | Verify OpenAI API key |
| Rate Limit Exceeded | Check usage limits and consider upgrading plan |
| Model Not Available | Ensure you have access to the selected model |
| High Latency | Try a different model or check your network connection |
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📝 Last updated: 2025-01-01
📦 Version: 1.0.0