> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://devkit4ai.com/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Getting Started with Cloud Admin

> Create your developer account and access the Cloud Admin console.

<Info>
  Cloud Admin is available at **[devkit4ai.com/console](https://devkit4ai.com/console)** or **[vibecoding.ad/console](https://vibecoding.ad/console)**. Choose whichever domain you prefer - they offer the same functionality.
</Info>

The Cloud Admin console is your workspace for managing AI projects, generating API keys, and monitoring users. This guide walks you through creating your account and understanding the console.

## Create Your Developer Account

<Steps>
  <Step title="Navigate to registration">
    Visit [devkit4ai.com/register/developer](https://devkit4ai.com/register/developer) (or use [vibecoding.ad/register/developer](https://vibecoding.ad/register/developer)).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Complete the registration form">
    Provide:

    * **Email address:** Use a valid email you have access to
    * **Password:** At least 8 characters with uppercase, lowercase, and a digit

    <Tip>
      Use a password manager to generate and store a strong password.
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Automatic provisioning">
    Upon successful registration, the system automatically:

    * Creates your developer account
    * Sets up your first project
    * Generates your developer key and project API key

    <Check>
      These credentials are ready to use immediately - no waiting for approval.
    </Check>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Verify your email (optional)">
    Check your inbox for a verification email. While email verification isn't required to start building, it's recommended for account security.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## First Login

After registration, you're automatically signed in and redirected to the console dashboard.

### What You'll See

* **Dashboard overview:** Quick stats showing your projects, API keys, and users
* **Credentials panel:** Your developer key, project ID, and API key
* **Quick actions:** Shortcuts to create projects, generate keys, and view documentation
* **Getting started guide:** Step-by-step instructions for your first deployment

<Warning>
  **Save your credentials immediately!** Your developer key and API keys are shown in full only once. Copy them to a secure location (like a password manager) before navigating away.
</Warning>

## Understanding Your Credentials

You receive three types of credentials:

### Developer Key

* **Format:** Starts with `dk_` followed by random characters
* **Purpose:** Authenticates you as a developer across all your projects
* **Usage:** Required in Starter Kit environment variables
* **Security:** SHA256 hashed in the database, never stored in plain text

### Project ID

* **Format:** UUID (e.g., `123e4567-e89b-12d3-a456-426614174000`)
* **Purpose:** Uniquely identifies each project you create
* **Usage:** Links your Starter Kit deployment to a specific project
* **Note:** Each Starter Kit instance needs its own project ID

### Project API Key

* **Format:** Starts with `ak_` followed by random characters
* **Purpose:** Authenticates API requests from your Starter Kit
* **Usage:** Required in Starter Kit environment variables
* **Scope:** Limited to the specific project it was created for
* **Note:** Also referred to as "API Key" in the Cloud Admin interface

## Console Navigation

The Cloud Admin console is organized into sections:

* **Dashboard:** Overview of your workspace with key metrics
* **Projects:** Manage all your projects in one place
* **API Keys:** Generate and revoke authentication keys
* **Users:** View end users across your projects
* **Settings:** Configure your developer account preferences

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Dashboard Overview" icon="gauge" href="/cloud-admin/dashboard-overview">
    Explore the console dashboard features
  </Card>

  <Card title="Create a Project" icon="folder-plus" href="/cloud-admin/projects/creating-projects">
    Set up additional projects
  </Card>

  <Card title="Configure Payments" icon="credit-card" href="/cloud-admin/payments/overview">
    Set up Stripe to monetize your app
  </Card>

  <Card title="Connect Starter Kit" icon="plug" href="/starter-kit/connecting-to-cloud">
    Link your app to Cloud Admin
  </Card>
</CardGroup>