Step 1: Request Access
To use the TritonAI Developer API, submit an access request through our Kuali Build form.
You'll need to provide:
- Your UC San Diego credentials
- Department and project information
- Intended use case description
- Chart string for billing (for usage beyond free credits)
Access requests are typically reviewed within 2-3 business days.
Submit an Access Request
Take the first step toward integrating AI into your work at UC San Diego.
Step 2: Receive Your Free Credits
Once approved, you'll receive $15 per month in free API credits for self-hosted models, along with your API key, and endpoint documentation.
Your monthly free credits are designed to support ongoing testing, proof-of-concept development, and early prototyping with our on-premise models, giving you the runway to explore what's possible before committing project funds. If you need additional capacity beyond your free credits, you can purchase more self-hosted model credits through your recharge account. Cloud provider models are also available at pass-through cost, billed directly to your designated chart string with no markup.
Step 3: Build & Experiment
Use your credits to:
- Test different models to find the best fit for your use case
- Develop and refine your application or integration
- Build a proof-of-concept that demonstrates value
- Generate usage data to inform budget planning
Step 4: Scale Your Project
Projects that show promise and require continued API access can transition to funded usage.
When your free credits are exhausted:
- Usage is automatically charged to your designated chart string at published recharge rates
- You can update billing information or add additional chart strings as needed
- Detailed usage reports help you track spending and allocate costs across projects