Quickstart
Go from zero to working API call in 2 minutes
Get up and running with Archipelag.io in under 2 minutes. Pick the guide that matches your stack:
{% card(title="CLI", href="/getting-started/quickstart/cli/") %} Install the CLI and chat in 3 commands.
curl
Make your first API call from the terminal.
Python SDK
pip install and chat in 5 lines.
Node.js SDK
npm install and chat in 5 lines.
OpenAI-Compatible
Drop-in replacement — just change the base URL.
{% end %}
Prerequisites
Before you start, you’ll need:
- An Archipelag.io account — Sign up (free, no credit card required)
- An API key — Generate one at Settings → API Keys
- Credits — New accounts include free credits to get started
Set your API key as an environment variable:
export ARCHIPELAG_API_KEY="your-api-key-here"