An AI provider is a company or service that offers tools and resources for accessing artificial intelligence (AI) models. These models can be used for various tasks such as text generation, image recognition, data analysis, and many other applications. For example, OpenAI is an AI provider that provides advanced AI models for a wide range of uses.
An API key is an access key provided by an AI provider, such as OpenAI, to authenticate and authorize access to their services. This key is typically a unique code that you use to connect to the provider's APIs and execute requests. It is essential for using the provided services as it helps secure and track the usage of the AI resources.