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Google Gemini API Setup Instructions

Step-by-Step Guide to Get Your API Key

Step 1: Access Google AI Studio

  1. Open your web browser
  2. Go to: https://aistudio.google.com/apikey
  3. You'll see the Google sign-in page

Step 2: Sign In

  1. Click "Use your Google Account"
  2. Enter your email or phone number
  3. Enter your password
  4. Complete any 2-factor authentication if prompted

Step 3: Create API Key

  1. Once signed in, you'll see the Google AI Studio dashboard
  2. Look for "Create API Key" button (usually in the top right or center)
  3. Click "Create API Key"
  4. Choose your Google Cloud project (or create a new one)
  5. Click "Create API Key in new project" if you don't have one

Step 4: Copy Your API Key

  1. Your API key will be generated (it looks like: AIzaSyC...)
  2. IMPORTANT: Copy this key immediately - you won't be able to see it again
  3. Save it in a secure location

Step 5: Configure the App

  1. Open the file: src/config/apiConfig.js
  2. Find this line: 
    export const GEMINI_API_KEY = 'YOUR_GEMINI_API_KEY_HERE';
  3. Replace YOUR_GEMINI_API_KEY_HERE with your actual API key: 
    export const GEMINI_API_KEY = 'AIzaSyC_your_actual_key_here';
  4. Save the file

Step 6: Test the Integration

  1. Start your React Native app: npm start
  2. Send a test message in the chat
  3. You should receive an AI response

Troubleshooting

Common Issues:

"API request failed: 403"

  • Check if your API key is correct
  • Ensure you've enabled the Gemini API in Google Cloud Console

"API request failed: 400"

  • Verify the API key format
  • Check if you have proper permissions

"Invalid API response format"

  • API key might be incorrect
  • Check your internet connection

Security Notes:

  • Never share your API key publicly
  • Don't commit the API key to version control
  • Consider using environment variables for production

API Limits:

  • Free tier has usage limits
  • Monitor your usage in Google AI Studio
  • Consider upgrading if you need higher limits

Next Steps After Getting API Key:

  1. ✅ Copy your API key
  2. ✅ Update src/config/apiConfig.js
  3. ✅ Test the app
  4. ✅ Verify safety features work
  5. ✅ Test emergency detection

Once you have your API key and have updated the configuration file, let me know and I can help you test the app or make any additional improvements!