Quickstart
Build, deploy, and use your first model using the Plexe Platform REST API.
This tutorial walks you through the essential steps to create and use a machine learning model with the Plexe Platform API.
Base URL: https://api.plexe.ai
Prerequisites
- Account: Sign up at console.plexe.ai
- API Key: Generate one from your account settings
- HTTP Client: Such as
curl
, Postman, or Python withrequests
1. Authentication
All API requests require your API key in the x-api-key
header:
2. Upload Data
While optional, providing data yields better results. Use a pre-signed URL approach:
The two-step upload process (pre-signed URL → direct upload) enables secure and efficient handling of large files.
3. Build the Model
Submit a build request with your model name, goal, and data reference:
4. Monitor Build Status
Model building happens asynchronously. Poll until complete:
5. Make Predictions
Once the model is ready, use the inference endpoint:
This completes the basic API workflow. Explore the Platform API Reference for details on all available endpoints and parameters.