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The fastest way to get started:
This interactive CLI will:
  • Detect your existing framework or help you set one up
  • Install the SDK automatically
  • Generate configuration files
  • Set up real-time alerts
  • Create example code
Starting from scratch? Run npx continum init in an empty folder to set up a complete project with your chosen framework and Continum built-in!

Manual Installation

Install the Continum SDK using your preferred package manager: Current Version: 0.6.4

Requirements

  • Node.js 18+ or Bun 1.0+
  • TypeScript 5.0+ (recommended)
  • Your LLM provider SDK (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, etc.)

Get Your API Key

Get your API key from the dashboard:
  1. Sign in with GitHub
  2. Create a customer account (Individual or Company)
  3. Generate an API key
  4. Save it securely (you won’t see it again)

Environment Variables

Create a .env file in your project root:

Basic Setup

For production, configure once and use everywhere:

TypeScript Support

The SDK is written in TypeScript and includes full type definitions:

Verify Installation

Test your setup with this simple script:
Run it:

Common Issues

Missing API Key

Solution: Ensure CONTINUM_API_KEY is set in your environment variables.

Invalid API Key

Solution: Verify your API key in the dashboard.

Provider SDK Not Installed

Solution: Install the provider SDK:

Next Steps

Configuration

Learn about SDK configuration options

Presets

Explore presets and compliance frameworks

Blocking Mode

Use blocking mode for high-risk scenarios

Alerts

Set up real-time alerts