Get started
Choose the right OpenPond surface and complete a safe first step.
Get started
OpenPond has several ways to work. Start with the surface closest to your goal, then move lower-level only when you need more control.
| Goal | Start here |
|---|---|
| Call a hosted model from an application | Models |
| Ask a question or create a reviewable result | Chat and Work |
| Run commands, files, and services in isolated compute | Sandbox SDK |
| Run the local workbench or inspect the source | Desktop & Open Source |
| Improve behavior from evidence | Improve |
First steps
- Read Choose a surface.
- Create a scoped API key when you need an API or SDK.
- Make one small request and verify the result before adding production data, longer workflows, or paid compute.
Keep API keys on the server. Never put them in a browser bundle, a public repository, or a prompt.
Next: Choose a surface.