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Getting started
New customers to Google Cloud can receive $300 in free credits to build with Gemini by either
  1. Generating an API Key via Google AI Studio, or
  2. Building with Gemini in Vertex AI.
To get started, create an account. Credits are only valid for 90 days. More details
Start building with Gemini in:
Google AI Studio
Ideal for those looking to dive into AI development with an intuitive interface and comprehensive tools.
  • Visit Google AI Studio: Begin your AI journey by navigating to the Google AI Studio website.
  • Log In: Use your Google account to sign in and access the platform.
  • Create an API Key: Generate an API key to start building with Gemini.
For inspiration and step-by-step instructions, check out the Gemini API Cookbook or the Quickstart Guide.
Vertex AI
Perfect for developers who need robust cloud-based solutions for their AI projects.
  • If you're new to Google Cloud, create an account to evaluate how our products perform in real-world scenarios.
  • In the Google Cloud console, on the project selector page, select or create a Google Cloud project.
  • Make sure that billing is enabled for your Google Cloud project.
  • Enable the Vertex AI API.
  • Install the Google Cloud CLI.
  • To initialize the gcloud CLI, run the following command:
    gcloud init
  • Update and install gcloud components:
    gcloud components update
    gcloud components install beta
  • Dive into the Vertex AI documentation for detailed information and tutorials.
  • Use the GenAI Quickstart and explore the Generative AI Notebooks for practical examples and inspiration.
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