How to Use OpenAI API with Python 3?

Introduction

Welcome to this tutorial on how to use the OpenAI API with Python 3. In this article, we will walk through the steps to set up a virtual environment, install the necessary dependencies, and write code to interact with the OpenAI API. By the end of this tutorial, you will have a basic understanding of how to harness the power of OpenAI in your Python projects.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, make sure you have the following:

• Python 3 installed on your computer
• A text editor or IDE (e.g., VS Code)
• An OpenAI API key

Setting Up the Environment

1. Open your terminal and create a new folder for your project.
2. Navigate to the project folder and open it in your preferred text editor.
3. Start a virtual environment by running the following command:

python -m venv env

4. Activate the virtual environment:

source env/bin/activate