> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://wb-21fd5541-feat-cli-docs-generator.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Prerequisites

> Set up your environment to use W&B Training

Complete these steps before using W\&B Training features through the OpenPipe ART framework or API.

<Tip>
  Before starting, review the [usage information and limits](/training/serverless-rl/usage-limits) to understand costs and restrictions.
</Tip>

## Sign up and create an API key

To authenticate your machine with W\&B, you must first generate an API key at [wandb.ai/authorize](https://wandb.ai/authorize). Copy the API key and store it securely.

## Create a project in W\&B

Create a project in your W\&B account to track usage, record training metrics, and save trained models. See the [Projects guide](https://docs.wandb.ai/models/track/project-page) for more information.

## Next steps

After completing the prerequisites:

* Check the [API reference](/training/api-reference) to learn about available endpoints
* Try the [ART quickstart](https://art.openpipe.ai/getting-started/quick-start)