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Learn how to install the Meibel AI SDKs and set up your development environment.

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Prerequisites

Before installing, ensure you have:
  • Python SDK: Python 3.9 or higher
  • Node.js SDK: Node.js 16+ and npm/yarn
  • API Credentials: Active Meibel AI account and API key from the Console

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Python SDK

pip install git+https://github.com/meibel-ai/meibelai-python.git

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Install with Package Managers

pip install git+https://github.com/meibel-ai/meibelai-python.git

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Verify Installation

import meibelai
print(meibelai.__version__)

# Test connection
from meibelai import Meibelai
client = Meibelai(api_key_header="your-api-key")
print(client.root_get())  # Should return API info

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Node.js SDK

The Node.js SDK is currently under development. Check back soon or use the REST API directly.

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Future Installation

# Coming soon
npm install @meibel-ai/sdk
# or
yarn add @meibel-ai/sdk

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CLI Tool

The CLI tool is currently under development. Use the Python SDK for command-line scripts.

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Future Installation

# Coming soon
pip install meibel-cli

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Environment Setup

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API Key Configuration

Set your API key as an environment variable: 
export MEIBELAI_API_KEY_HEADER="your-api-key-here"

# Create virtual environment
python -m venv meibel-env

# Activate it
# macOS/Linux:
source meibel-env/bin/activate
# Windows:
meibel-env\Scripts\activate

# Install SDK
pip install git+https://github.com/meibel-ai/meibelai-python.git

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Troubleshooting

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Common Issues

Ensure you’ve installed the package in the correct environment:
which python  # Should point to your virtual environment
pip list | grep meibel  # Should show meibelai package
Update certificates:
pip install --upgrade certifi
Use --user flag or virtual environment:
pip install --user git+https://github.com/meibel-ai/meibelai-python.git

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Next Steps

Configuration

Set up your environment

Quick Start

Build your first app

API Reference

Explore the API