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OpenAI provides several key products and services that have become widely used in various industries. Their flagship offerings include GPT models, DALL-E for image generation, and Whisper for speech recognition.

Provider Slug: openai

Get Started

Step 1: Create OpenAI Account

  1. Visit the OpenAI API (opens in a new tab)
  2. Sign in or create an account (opens in a new tab)
  3. Complete the account verification process

Step 2: Generate API Key

  1. Navigate to the API Keys section in your OpenAI platform
  2. Click Create New Secret Key
  3. Give your API key a descriptive name
  4. Copy the generated API key (you won't be able to see it again)

OpenAI OpenAI API Key Generation Screen

Step 3: Configure in Lamatic

  1. Open your Lamatic.ai Studio (opens in a new tab)
  2. Navigate to Models section
  3. Select OpenAI from the provider list
  4. Paste your API key in the designated field
  5. Save your changes

Key Features

  • State-of-the-Art Models: Access to the latest GPT models and other advanced AI capabilities
  • Comprehensive AI Suite: Text generation, image generation, speech recognition, and more
  • High Quality: Industry-leading model performance and reliability
  • Extensive Documentation: Comprehensive API documentation and examples
  • Enterprise Ready: Production-grade infrastructure with high reliability
  • Cost Effective: Competitive pricing with flexible usage plans
  • Wide Adoption: Extensive community support and integrations

Available Models

OpenAI offers several model categories:

  • GPT Models: Advanced language models for text generation and completion
    • GPT-4: Most capable model for complex reasoning
    • GPT-4 Turbo: Optimized for speed and cost
    • GPT-3.5 Turbo: Fast and efficient for most tasks
  • DALL-E Models: Image generation models
  • Whisper Models: Speech recognition and transcription
  • Embedding Models: Text embedding for semantic search and RAG
  • Moderation Models: Content moderation and filtering

Check the OpenAI Models (opens in a new tab) documentation for the latest model specifications and capabilities.

Configuration Options

  • API Key: Your OpenAI API key for authentication
  • Model Selection: Choose from available OpenAI models
  • Custom Parameters: Configure temperature, max_tokens, top_p, and other generation parameters
  • Streaming: Enable real-time text generation streaming
  • System Prompts: Define behavior and constraints for the model
  • Function Calling: Use function calling for structured outputs

Best Practices

  • API Key Security: Keep your API keys secure and never share them publicly
  • Rate Limiting: Be aware of OpenAI's rate limits and implement appropriate throttling
  • Model Selection: Choose the appropriate model based on your use case:
    • Use GPT-3.5 Turbo for most applications
    • Use GPT-4 for complex reasoning tasks
    • Use GPT-4 Turbo for balanced performance and cost
  • Error Handling: Implement proper error handling for API failures and rate limits
  • Cost Optimization: Monitor your usage and optimize prompts to reduce token consumption
  • Performance Monitoring: Track model performance and latency for your specific use cases
  • Content Safety: Use moderation models to ensure content safety

Troubleshooting

Invalid API Key:

  • Verify your API key is correct and hasn't expired
  • Check if your account has sufficient credits
  • Ensure the API key has the necessary permissions

Rate Limit Exceeded:

  • Implement exponential backoff in your requests
  • Consider upgrading your OpenAI plan for higher limits
  • Monitor your usage in the OpenAI platform

Model Not Available:

  • Check if the model is available in your region
  • Verify your account has access to the specific model
  • Contact OpenAI support for model availability issues

Authentication Errors:

  • Ensure your API key is properly formatted
  • Check if your account is active and verified
  • Verify you're using the correct API endpoint

Content Policy Violations:

  • Review OpenAI's content policy guidelines
  • Modify prompts to comply with safety standards
  • Use system prompts to guide model behavior appropriately

Important Notes

  • Keep your API keys secure and never share them
  • Check provider's pricing before generating API keys: OpenAI pricing (opens in a new tab)
  • Regularly rotate your API keys for enhanced security
  • Monitor your usage and costs in the OpenAI platform
  • Test your integration after adding each key
  • Some models may require additional setup or approval
  • Be aware of OpenAI's content policy and safety guidelines
  • Consider using moderation models for content safety

Additional Resources

Need help? Contact Lamatic support (opens in a new tab)

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