Getting Started with AI-Writer
==========================

This tutorial will guide you through the process of setting up and using AI-Writer for the first time. By the end, you'll be able to generate your first piece of AI-powered content.

Prerequisites
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Before you begin, make sure you have the following:

1. **Python Environment**:
   
   * Python 3.10 or higher installed
   * pip package manager
   * Virtual environment tool (optional but recommended)

2. **System Dependencies**:
   
   * Windows: Microsoft Visual C++ Build Tools
   * Linux: build-essential and python3-dev packages
   * Rust compiler (for certain dependencies)

3. **API Keys** (optional for some features):
   
   * OpenAI API key
   * Google API key (for Gemini)
   * Tavily API key (for web research)
   * Stability AI key (for image generation)

Installation
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Follow these steps to install AI-Writer:

1. **Clone the Repository**:
   
   .. code-block:: bash
   
      git clone https://github.com/AJaySi/AI-Writer.git
      cd AI-Writer

2. **Create a Virtual Environment** (optional but recommended):
   
   .. code-block:: bash
   
      # Using venv
      python -m venv venv
      
      # Activate on Windows
      venv\\Scripts\\activate
      
      # Activate on Linux/Mac
      source venv/bin/activate

3. **Install Dependencies**:
   
   .. code-block:: bash
   
      pip install -r requirements.txt

4. **Check System Dependencies**:
   
   .. code-block:: bash
   
      python install_dependencies.py

5. **Launch the Application**:
   
   .. code-block:: bash
   
      streamlit run alwrity.py

The application should now be running at http://localhost:8501.

Configuration
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Before using AI-Writer, you'll need to configure it with your preferences and API keys:

1. **Open the Sidebar**:
   
   * Click on the ">" icon in the top-left corner of the application

2. **Configure API Keys**:
   
   * Enter your API keys for the services you plan to use
   * API keys are stored securely in your local environment

3. **Set Language and Region**:
   
   * Choose your preferred language and region for content generation
   * This affects the research results and content style

4. **Configure UI Settings**:
   
   * Adjust the UI theme and layout according to your preferences

Your First Content Generation
----------------------------

Let's create your first blog post using AI-Writer:

1. **Select the Blog Writer**:
   
   * From the main menu, select "AI Blog Writer"

2. **Enter Keywords**:
   
   * Type in 2-3 keywords related to your topic
   * Example: "artificial intelligence content creation"

3. **Configure Options**:
   
   * Select blog length (Short, Medium, Long)
   * Choose whether to include web research (recommended)
   * Select your target audience

4. **Generate Content**:
   
   * Click the "Generate Blog" button
   * Wait for the AI to research and create your content

5. **Review and Edit**:
   
   * Review the generated content
   * Make any necessary edits or adjustments
   * Use the regenerate option for specific sections if needed

6. **Export Your Content**:
   
   * Copy the content to your clipboard
   * Export as Markdown or HTML
   * Save to your local database

Example: Generating a Blog Post
------------------------------

Here's a step-by-step example of generating a blog post about "sustainable gardening":

1. Select "AI Blog Writer" from the main menu

2. Enter the following information:
   
   * Keywords: "sustainable gardening techniques"
   * Blog Length: Medium
   * Include Web Research: Yes
   * Target Audience: Home Gardeners

3. Click "Generate Blog" and wait for the process to complete

4. Review the generated blog, which should include:
   
   * An engaging introduction
   * Several sections on sustainable gardening techniques
   * Practical tips and advice
   * A conclusion with key takeaways

5. Edit any sections that need improvement

6. Export your blog post for publishing

Using Web Research
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Web research enhances your content with factual information:

1. **Enable Web Research**:
   
   * Make sure the "Include Web Research" option is checked

2. **Select Research Sources**:
   
   * Choose from available research providers:
     * Google Search
     * Tavily AI
     * Exa Search
     * Custom URLs

3. **Adjust Research Depth**:
   
   * Select how deep the research should go
   * More depth means more comprehensive but slower results

4. **Review Research Results**:
   
   * See what sources were used in your content
   * Check the research summary for key points

5. **Regenerate with Different Research**:
   
   * If needed, you can regenerate with different research parameters

Customizing Content Style
-----------------------

AI-Writer allows you to customize the style of your content:

1. **Tone Selection**:
   
   * Choose from tones like Professional, Casual, Informative, etc.
   * The tone affects the writing style and vocabulary

2. **Content Structure**:
   
   * Select different content structures:
     * Problem-Solution
     * How-To Guide
     * Listicle
     * Comparison
     * Story-based

3. **Writing Style**:
   
   * Adjust parameters like:
     * Sentence length
     * Paragraph density
     * Technical level
     * Use of examples

4. **SEO Optimization**:
   
   * Enable SEO optimization for better search visibility
   * Adjust keyword density and placement

Troubleshooting
--------------

If you encounter issues, try these solutions:

1. **Application Won't Start**:
   
   * Check Python version (must be 3.10+)
   * Verify all dependencies are installed
   * Check for error messages in the terminal

2. **API Connection Issues**:
   
   * Verify API keys are entered correctly
   * Check internet connection
   * Ensure API services are available

3. **Content Generation Fails**:
   
   * Try with simpler keywords
   * Disable web research temporarily
   * Check API usage limits

4. **Slow Performance**:
   
   * Reduce research depth
   * Generate shorter content
   * Close other resource-intensive applications

Next Steps
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Now that you've created your first piece of content, here are some next steps:

1. **Explore Other Writers**:
   
   * Try the Social Media Writer
   * Experiment with the Email Writer
   * Create a YouTube script

2. **Use SEO Tools**:
   
   * Analyze your content for SEO
   * Generate meta descriptions
   * Create structured data

3. **Plan Your Content**:
   
   * Use the Content Calendar feature
   * Generate content ideas for the month
   * Create a content strategy

4. **Learn Advanced Features**:
   
   * Check out the advanced tutorials
   * Explore API integration
   * Try the AI agents feature

For more detailed information, refer to the [User Guide](../user_guide/index.rst) and [API Documentation](../api/index.rst).