Getting Started

Welcome to Soong CLI! This guide will walk you through everything you need to launch and manage Lambda Labs GPU instances.

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Overview

Getting started with Soong CLI involves four simple steps:

1. Prerequisites: Set up your Lambda Labs account and gather required credentials
2. Installation: Install the CLI tool on your local machine
3. Configuration: Configure the CLI with your Lambda Labs credentials
4. Quick Start: Launch your first GPU instance

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Your Journey

• Prerequisites

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  Set up your Lambda Labs account, create API keys, and configure SSH access.

  Time: 10-15 minutes

• Installation

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  Install Soong CLI and verify your installation.

  Time: 2-3 minutes

• Configuration

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  Run the configuration wizard and set up your preferences.

  Time: 3-5 minutes

• Quick Start

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  Launch your first GPU instance and connect via SSH.

  Time: 5 minutes

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What You'll Need

Before you begin, make sure you have:

• A Lambda Labs account (sign up here)
• A Lambda Labs API key
• An SSH key pair (Soong will prompt you if needed)
• Python 3.10 or later installed on your machine
• Basic familiarity with the command line

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Estimated Time

Total Setup Time: 20-30 minutes

Once configured, launching instances takes less than a minute.

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Next Steps

Start with the Prerequisites Guide to set up your Lambda Labs account.

Already have Lambda Labs configured? Skip to Installation.

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Need Help?

If you encounter any issues during setup, review the Prerequisites section carefully or check the FAQ in the Quick Start guide.