Getting Started

1. Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have the following:

• Python 3.8 or higher installed on your system.

• pip (Python’s package installer) updated to the latest version.

• A Chronocast API key (Check our Github).

Before you begin, ensure you have the following:

• Python 3.8 or higher installed on your system.

• pip (Python’s package installer) updated to the latest version.

• A Chronocast API key (sign up at Chronocast Beta to get yours).

Step 1: Install the SDK

Open your terminal or command prompt and run:

pip install chronocast-sdk

Step 2: Verify Installation

To ensure the SDK is installed correctly, run:

pip show chronocast-sdk

You should see details like the version number and installation path.

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3. Setting Up Your First AI Host

Now that the SDK is installed, let’s create your first AI host.

Step 1: Import the SDK

Start by importing the Chronocast SDK into your Python script:

from chronocast import Chronocast

Step 2: Initialize the SDK

Use your API key to initialize the SDK:

api_key = "your_api_key_here"  # Replace with your Chronocast API key
chronocast = Chronocast(api_key)

Step 3: Create an AI Host

Define your AI host’s personality and traits:

ai_host = chronocast.create_ai_host(
    name="Alex",
    personality="Energetic",
    voice="en-US-Wavenet-C",  # Choose from available voices
    traits=["Curious", "Friendly"]
)
print(f"AI Host Created: {ai_host.name}")

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4. Streaming with Your AI Host

Once your AI host is created, you can start streaming and interacting with your audience.

Step 1: Start a Livestream

Use the start_stream method to begin streaming:

stream = ai_host.start_stream(
    platform="twitch",  # Options: "twitch", "youtube", "tiktok"
    stream_key="your_stream_key_here"  # Replace with your platform’s stream key
)
print(f"Stream Started: {stream.id}")

Step 2: Enable Real-Time Interaction

Allow your AI host to interact with viewers in real time:

def handle_chat_message(message):
    response = ai_host.generate_response(message)
    print(f"Viewer: {message}")
    print(f"AI Host: {response}")

# Simulate a chat message
handle_chat_message("What’s your favorite game?")

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5. Advanced Features

1. Tokenized Rewards

Incentivize viewer engagement by rewarding them with $CHRONO tokens:

def reward_viewer(viewer_id, amount):
    chronocast.reward_tokens(viewer_id, amount)
    print(f"Rewarded {amount} $CHRONO to viewer {viewer_id}")

# Example usage
reward_viewer("viewer123", 10)

2. Minting AI Host NFTs

Turn your AI host into a tradable NFT:

nft_metadata = {
    "name": "Alex",
    "description": "An energetic and curious AI host.",
    "image_url": "https://example.com/alex.png"
}

nft_id = chronocast.mint_ai_host_nft(ai_host.id, nft_metadata)
print(f"AI Host NFT Minted: {nft_id}")

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6. Troubleshooting

Common Issues

• API Key Not Working: Ensure you’ve copied the correct API key from your Chronocast dashboard.

• Stream Not Starting: Verify your platform’s stream key and ensure your internet connection is stable.

• AI Host Not Responding: Check if the AI host’s personality and traits are configured correctly.

Need Help?

Visit our Support Page or join the Chronocast Community Forum for assistance.

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7. Next Steps

Now that you’ve set up your AI host and started streaming, here’s what you can do next:

• Explore advanced customization options for your AI host.

• Integrate tokenized economies to monetize your streams.

• Dive into Web3 features like minting AI host NFTs.