> When using AI services, you'll often encounter phrases like "Enter your API key" or "Get a token." > Let's take a quick look at what these are and why they're necessary. --- ## 1. Summary in One Line **API Key/Token = "ID" or "Access Card" for using the service** --- ## 2. Understanding with Real-Life Analogies ### Think of a hotel card key When you check into a hotel, you receive a card key, right? With this card key: - You can enter your room - You can use the pool and gym - You can n
> When using AI services, you'll often encounter phrases like "Enter your API key" or "Get a token." > Let's take a quick look at what these are and why they're necessary. --- ## 1. Summary in One Line **API Key/Token = "ID" or "Access Card" for using the service** --- ## 2. Understanding with Real-Life Analogies ### Think of a hotel card key When you check into a hotel, you receive a card key, right? With this card key: - You can enter your room - You can use the pool and gym - You can n
