How do I integrate the DeepSeek API with Apidog

To integrate the DeepSeek API with Apidog, follow these steps for a seamless setup:

1. Obtain Your API Key

First, log in to the DeepSeek Open Platform and create an API key. Keep this key secure as it will be used for authentication in your API requests.

2. Set Up Apidog

- Create a New Project: Log in to your Apidog account and create a new HTTP project.
- Configure Environment Variables:
- Navigate to the "Environment Management" section located in the upper-right corner of your project.
- In the "Prod Env" settings, set the Service Base URL to `https://api.deepseek.com`.
- Add an environment variable named `API_KEY` and assign it the value of the DeepSeek API key you generated earlier. Save your changes.

3. Create a New Endpoint

- Add Endpoint: In your Apidog project, create a new endpoint.
- Import cURL Command: Copy the cURL command for the conversation API from the DeepSeek documentation and paste it into Apidog's endpoint path using "Ctrl + V". Apidog will automatically parse this command.
- Modify Headers:
- Go to the "Headers" section of the parsed endpoint.
- Update the `Authorization` header to `Bearer ` to ensure that your API requests include your stored API key.

4. Debugging and Testing

- Switch Environment: Change the environment to "Prod Env" in the upper-right corner under "Environment Management".
- Send Request: Click the "Send" button to execute your request. You should receive a response from the DeepSeek API.
- Modify Request Body: You can change the content of the `messages` in the Body section to simulate different conversations.

5. Enable Streaming Output (Optional)

If you want to enable streaming output for real-time responses, set the `stream` parameter in your request body to `true`.

By following these steps, you can efficiently integrate and test the DeepSeek API using Apidog, enhancing your API debugging process significantly [1][3].

Citations:
[1] https://dev.to/auden/how-to-use-deepseek-api-and-enable-streaming-output-for-debugging-1ah9
[2] https://www.reddit.com/r/homeassistant/comments/1ibwney/easiest_way_to_use_deepseek_web_api/
[3] https://apidog.com/blog/deepseek-r1-review-api/
[4] https://apidog.com/blog/set-up-database-api/
[5] https://apidog.com/blog/free-deepseek-r1-vscode-cline/
[6] https://apidog.com/blog/rag-deepseek-r1-ollama/
[7] https://api-docs.deepseek.com
[8] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IKz7sDQeVg