ChatGPT Anywhere

Deploy a ChatGPT app in 15 minutes.

Beginner's Guide

This is a beginner's guide for deploying a simple ChatGPT app built with Python.

• No complicated toolchains
• No SASS/SCSS stuff
• No server administration

This tutorial will help you set up your own ChatGPT app, even if you're new to programming or web development.

Getting Started

Step 1: Sign Up on PythonAnywhere

1. Create a PythonAnywhere Account: Visit PythonAnywhere.com and sign up. (You can use this affiliate link if you want to support me). You can start with a free account.
2. Note Your Username: Remember your username. You'll need it for setting up your web app.
3. Create a Web App: Once logged in, use the dashboard to create a new web app. Note down your webappname.
4. Familiarize with the Dashboard: Explore the Consoles section. You'll use a bash console here.
5. Key Areas to Focus:
   • Working Directory: pythonanywhere.com/user/{username}/files/home/{webappname}
   • Web App Admin Interface: pythonanywhere.com/user/{username}/webapps/
   • Bash Console: Accessible from pythonanywhere.com/user/{username}/ under Consoles.

Step 2: Set Up Python

1. Move Files to Working Directory: Transfer all necessary files into your working directory.
2. Launch a Bash Console: From the dashboard, open a bash console.
3. Create a Virtual Environment:
   • Execute python -m venv myvenv to create a virtual environment.
   • Activate it with source myvenv/bin/activate. Your console should now show (myvenv) prefix.
   • Check with which python. It should display something like .../myvenv/bin/python.
4. Install Dependencies: Run pip install -r requirements.txt and resolve any installation errors. This usually takes some effort, but most things can be resolved with Googling.

Step 3: Set Up OpenAI

Creating an OpenAI Account

1. Register for OpenAI: Sign up for a paid account on OpenAI (around $20/month).

Setting Up Assistant ID

1. Create an Assistant on OpenAI: Visit OpenAI's platform, and create a new Assistant. You can use gpt-4 as the model.
2. Note the Assistant ID: Find the ID next to your Assistant’s name, like asst_AAA.... Keep this window open.
3. Configure .env File:
   • In your working directory, find or create a .env file.
   • Replace the OPENAI_ASSISTANT_ID value with your Assistant's ID.

Generating API Keys

1. Create API Keys on OpenAI: Still on OpenAI's platform, generate a new set of API keys.
2. Secure Your API Key: Note the key, which looks like sk-abc123.... It's shown only once!
3. Update .env File:
   • Return to the .env file.
   • Update OPENAI_API_KEY with your new API key.

Step 4: Launch Your App

1. Start Flask: Use PythonAnywhere's interface to run Flask, usually with Reload Webapp.
2. Access Your Web App: Visit {username}.pythonanywhere.com to see your app in action.
3. Enjoy Your Creation: Experiment and explore your new ChatGPT app!
4. Celebrate 🎉: You've successfully deployed a ChatGPT app!

For any issues or questions, feel free to open an issue on this Github repository.