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Connect AI Squared to WatsonX.AI Model

This guide will help you configure the WatsonX.AI Model Connector in AI Squared to access your WatsonX.AI Model Endpoint.

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Prerequisites

Before proceeding, ensure you have the necessary API key, region, and deployment id from WatsonX.AI.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Connect to an WatsonX.AI Model Endpoint

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Step 1: Navigate to WatsonX.AI Console

Start by logging into your WatsonX.AI Console.
  1. Sign in to your IBM WatsonX account at WatsonX.AI.

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Step 2: Locate Developer Access

Once you’re in the WatsonX.AI, you’ll find the necessary configuration details:
  1. API Key:
  • Scroll down to Developer access.
  • Click on “Manage IBM Cloud API keys” to view your API keys.
  • If you haven’t created an API Key before, click on “Create API key” to generate a new one. Make sure to copy the API Key as they are shown only once.
  1. Region
  • The IBM Cloud region can be selected from the top right corner of the WatsonX.AI Console. Choose the region where your WatsonX.AI resources is located and note down the region.
  1. Deployment Id
  • Scroll down to Deployment spaces and click on your deployment space.
  • In your selected deployment space select your online deployed model
  • On the right-hand side, under “About this deployment”, the Deployment ID will appear under “Deployment Details”.

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Step 3: Configure WatsonX.AI Model Connector in Your Application

Now that you have gathered all the necessary details enter the following information:
  • API Key: Your IBM Cloud API key.
  • Region: The IBM Cloud region where your WatsonX.AI resources are located.
  • Deployment ID: The WatsonX.AI online deployment id