openai-quickstart-python is an official OpenAI repository containing multiple Python quickstart applications that demonstrate how to use different OpenAI API endpoints, including Chat and Assistants. It provides practical, beginner-friendly examples to help developers quickly learn how to send requests, handle responses, and build basic applications using the OpenAI Python SDK. The examples folder includes small, self-contained projects showcasing common use cases like chat completions, tool usage, and interactive interfaces. Each example is designed to be easily runnable with minimal setup—requiring only Python, a virtual environment, and an API key. The repository also includes environment setup guides and example scripts, such as a simple Flask web app for chat interactions, allowing developers to test OpenAI API integrations locally. Overall, openai-quickstart-python serves as an essential starting point for developers looking to prototype and experiment with OpenAI-powered apps.
Features
- Multiple quickstart apps for different OpenAI API endpoints
- Demonstrates usage of the Chat and Assistants APIs with Python SDK
- Simple setup using Python virtual environments and .env configuration
- Includes Flask-based web examples and standalone Python scripts
- Ready-to-run examples in the examples folder for fast learning
- Ideal for beginners exploring OpenAI API integration in Python