3 min read · Oct 10, 2023
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OpenAI’s ChatGPT is a powerful language model that can be accessed via an API, enabling developers to integrate it into their applications and services. In this article, we will walk you through the steps to set up and use ChatGPT using the API. Additionally, we’ll explore how to incorporate custom functions into your interactions with ChatGPT.
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Step 1: Set Up Your API Key
To get started, you’ll need an API key from OpenAI. You can obtain one by visiting the OpenAI website and signing up for access. Follow this link: https://platform.openai.com/
Step 2: Install the Required Libraries
Before you can make API requests to ChatGPT, you’ll need to install the openai library. You can do this easily using pip:
pip install openaiStep 3: Import the Library and Set Your API Key
In your Python script, import the openai library and set your API key:
import openai
with open('api_key.txt', 'r') as file:
api_key = file.read() openai.api_key = api_key
Replace `’your_api_key_here’` with your actual API key.
Step 4: Create a Conversation with ChatGPT
You can initiate a conversation with ChatGPT by sending a series of messages as input. Messages are typically structured as an…
