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Poolside provides coding-focused AI models through an OpenAI-compatible API. Website: https://poolside.ai/

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Get API Credentials

  1. Sign Up/Sign In: Go to the Poolside Platform and create an account or sign in.
  2. Navigate to API Keys: Open the API Keys tab.
  3. Create a Key: Click New key to create an API key.
  4. Copy the Key: Copy the API key immediately and store it securely.

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Configuration in Cline

See Authorization & Model Selection.
  1. Open Cline Settings: Click the settings icon (⚙️) in the Cline panel.
  2. Select Provider: Choose “Poolside” from the “API Provider” dropdown.
  3. Enter API Key: Paste your Poolside API key into the “Poolside API Key” field.
  4. Select Provider Model: Choose your desired model from the “Model” dropdown.

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Tips and Notes

  • Model Access: Choose from the Poolside models in the “Model” dropdown. Availability depends on your Poolside account.
  • OpenAI-Compatible API: Cline connects to Poolside’s OpenAI-compatible endpoint and configures the base URL automatically when you select Poolside.
  • OpenRouter Access: Poolside models may also be available through OpenRouter. To use them there, select OpenRouter and use an OpenRouter API key.