# Get Started with CAI PRO

> **Quick Start Guide**
>
> This guide will have you running CAI PRO with unlimited alias1 tokens in minutes.
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## Prerequisites

- **Operating System**: Linux, macOS, or Windows (WSL2)
- **Python**: 3.9 or higher
- **Internet Connection**: Required for initial setup
- **CAI PRO Subscription**: [Subscribe here](https://aliasrobotics.com/cybersecurityai.php)

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## Quick Start Steps

### 1. Subscribe to CAI PRO

Visit [https://aliasrobotics.com/cybersecurityai.php](https://aliasrobotics.com/cybersecurityai.php):

1. Click **"Buy CAI PRO"**
2. Complete payment (€350/month, secure European processing)
3. Receive your **`ALIAS_API_KEY`** via email (within 5 minutes)

**💡 Tip**: Check your spam folder if you don't receive the key immediately.

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### 2. Install CAI

#### Installation Steps

1. **Create and navigate to your project directory:**

```bash
mkdir cai-pro
cd cai-pro
```

2. **Update system packages:**

```bash
sudo apt update
```

3. **Create a Python virtual environment:**

```bash
python3.12 -m venv cai_env
```

4. **Activate the virtual environment:**

```bash
source cai_env/bin/activate
```

5. **Install CAI PRO from private package repository:**

```bash
pip install --index-url https://packages.aliasrobotics.com:664/<api-key>/ cai-framework
```

**⚠️ Important**: Replace `<api-key>` with your API Key from the subscription confirmation email.

**Example:**
```bash
pip install --index-url https://packages.aliasrobotics.com:664/sk-xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx/ cai-framework
```

**💡 Tip**: Your API Key looks like `sk-xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx` and is provided in your CAI PRO subscription email.

For detailed installation instructions and troubleshooting, see the [CAI PRO Installation Guide](Installation_Guide_for_CAI_Pro_v0.6.md).

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### 3. Configure Your Environment

Create or update your `.env` file in your project directory:

```bash
# CAI PRO Configuration
ALIAS_API_KEY="sk-your-caipro-key-here"
CAI_MODEL="alias1"

# Optional: Enable advanced features
CAI_TUI_MODE=true
CAI_GUARDRAILS=true
CAI_STREAM=false
```

**💡 Security Tip**: Never commit `.env` files to version control. Add `.env` to your `.gitignore`.

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### 4. Verify Installation

Test that CAI PRO is working correctly:

```bash
# Launch CAI CLI
cai

# Inside CAI, check your model
CAI> /model

# You should see:
# Available models:
# - alias1 (active) ✅
# - alias0
# - gpt-4o (requires OPENAI_API_KEY)
# - claude-sonnet-4 (requires ANTHROPIC_API_KEY)
# ...
```

**Expected output**: `alias1` should be listed and marked as active.

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### 5. Run Your First Security Test

Let's start with a simple security assessment:

```bash
CAI> Analyze the security posture of https://testphp.vulnweb.com

# Alias1 will:
# 1. Perform reconnaissance
# 2. Identify vulnerabilities
# 3. Suggest exploitation techniques
# 4. Provide remediation guidance
```

**✅ Success!** You're now using unlimited alias1 tokens for security testing.

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## Launch Terminal UI (TUI)

CAI PRO includes a powerful multi-terminal interface:

```bash
# Launch TUI mode
cai --tui

# Or set it as default in .env
echo "CAI_TUI_MODE=true" >> .env
cai
```

### TUI Quick Tips

**Keyboard Shortcuts:**
- `Ctrl+S` - Toggle sidebar
- `Ctrl+N` / `Ctrl+B` - Switch between terminals
- `Ctrl+L` - Clear terminal
- `Ctrl+Q` - Exit

**Add More Terminals:**
- Click the `[+]` button in the top bar
- Or use `/add` command

**Load Preconfigured Teams:**
- Open sidebar (`Ctrl+S`)
- Click "Teams" tab
- Select a team (e.g., "#1: 2 red + 2 bug")

[Full TUI Documentation →](tui/tui_index.md)

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## Common First Tasks

### Task 1: Web Application Security Assessment

```bash
CAI> Conduct a comprehensive security assessment of https://example.com

# Alias1 will:
# - Enumerate subdomains and technologies
# - Identify OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities
# - Test for SQL injection, XSS, CSRF
# - Generate a detailed report
```

### Task 2: CTF Challenge Solving

```bash
CAI> Solve this CTF challenge: [paste challenge description]

# Alias1 excels at:
# - Web challenges
# - Binary exploitation
# - Cryptography
# - Reverse engineering
```

### Task 3: Exploit Development

```bash
CAI> Write a Python exploit for CVE-2024-1234

# Alias1 will:
# - Research the vulnerability
# - Develop a working exploit
# - Include error handling
# - Add comments explaining each step
```

### Task 4: Bug Bounty Reconnaissance

```bash
CAI> Perform recon on https://bugbounty-target.com for a bug bounty program

# Alias1 will:
# - Enumerate attack surface
# - Identify interesting endpoints
# - Suggest testing strategies
# - Prioritize high-value targets
```

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## Advanced Configuration

### Check usage and costs

Use **`/cost`** for session spend and token stats; use **`/compact`** when histories grow long.

```bash
CAI> /cost
```

### Multi-Agent Parallel Execution

Run multiple agents simultaneously in TUI:

```bash
# In TUI mode, open sidebar (Ctrl+S)
# Click "Teams" tab
# Select Team #1: "2 red + 2 bug"

# Type your prompt and press Ctrl+Shift+A to broadcast to all terminals
Scan target.com for vulnerabilities
```

### Save and Load Sessions

```bash
# Save your current conversation
CAI> /save pentest_session.json

# Load it later
CAI> /load pentest_session.json
```

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## Troubleshooting

### Issue: "alias1 not available"

**Solution 1**: Check your API key
```bash
# Verify ALIAS_API_KEY is set correctly
env | grep ALIAS
```

**Solution 2**: Ensure you're using CAI PRO version
```bash
cai --version
# Should show v0.6.0 or higher
```

**Solution 3**: Contact support
- Email: support@aliasrobotics.com
- Subject: "alias1 not available - [your email]"

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### Issue: "Rate limit exceeded"

The client will automatically pause until the appropriate time frame has passed and then retry the iteration without interrupting the session. 

If this is happening frequently, consider compacting the context with `/compact`.

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### Issue: TUI not launching

**Solution 1**: Install required dependencies
```bash
pip install textual rich
```

**Solution 2**: Check terminal compatibility
```bash
# TUI requires a modern terminal emulator
# Recommended: Alacritty, iTerm2, Windows Terminal
```

**Solution 3**: Use CLI mode instead
```bash
# TUI is optional, CLI works everywhere
cai  # without --tui flag
```

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## Next Steps

### 📚 Learn More

- **[TUI Full Guide](tui/tui_index.md)** - Master the Terminal UI
- **[Commands Reference](tui/commands_reference.md)** - All available commands
- **[Alias1 Deep Dive](cai_pro_alias1.md)** - Understand your flagship model
- **[Features Overview](cai_pro_features.md)** - Explore all CAI PRO capabilities

### 🎯 Practical Guides

- **[Running Agents](running_agents.md)** - Agent selection and configuration
- **[Context Management](context.md)** - Optimize token usage
- **[Guardrails & Security](guardrails.md)** - Secure testing practices
- **[Environment Variables](environment_variables.md)** - Complete configuration reference

### 🏆 Case Studies

Learn from real-world CAI applications:
- [Ecoforest Heat Pumps OT Security](https://aliasrobotics.com/case-studies-robot-cybersecurity.php)
- [MiR Robot Vulnerability Discovery](https://aliasrobotics.com/case-studies-robot-cybersecurity.php)
- [Mercado Libre API Testing](https://aliasrobotics.com/case-studies-robot-cybersecurity.php)

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## Get Help

### Professional Support (CAI PRO Subscribers)

- **Email**: support@aliasrobotics.com (48h SLA)
- **Discord**: #pro-support channel (exclusive)
- **Quarterly Calls**: Strategy and roadmap discussions

### Community Resources

- **[Discord Community](https://discord.gg/fnUFcTaQAC)** - 1000+ security researchers
- **[GitHub Issues](https://github.com/aliasrobotics/cai/issues)** - Bug reports and feature requests
- **[Documentation](index.md)** - Complete CAI documentation

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## Tips for Success

### 🎯 Best Practices

1. **Start with clear prompts**: Be specific about your testing scope and objectives
2. **Watch costs and thread length**: Use `/cost` and `/compact` as sessions grow
3. **Leverage parallel execution**: Run multiple agents for comprehensive coverage
4. **Save your sessions**: Use `/save` to preserve important conversations
5. **Enable guardrails**: Keep `CAI_GUARDRAILS=true` for safer operations

### ⚡ Power User Tips

- **Keyboard shortcuts**: Master `Ctrl+N`, `Ctrl+B`, `Ctrl+S` for efficient TUI navigation
- **Team presets**: Use preconfigured teams instead of manual agent setup
- **Mix models**: Use alias1 for exploitation, GPT-4o for professional reporting
- **Custom agents**: Request specialized agents for your domain (contact support)

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## Congratulations! 🎉

You're now ready to leverage CAI PRO for professional security testing. 

**Remember:**
- ✅ Unlimited alias1 tokens
- ✅ Zero refusals for authorized testing
- ✅ Professional support available
- ✅ European data privacy guaranteed

**Questions?** Contact support@aliasrobotics.com

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