Getting Started with PebbleAI
Welcome to PebbleAI - your intelligent workspace where AI meets productivity!
Whether you’re looking to streamline your daily tasks, automate workflows, or gain insights from data, PebbleAI puts powerful AI capabilities at your fingertips. This guide will help you get up and running in minutes, starting with PebbleChat - your AI-powered command center for getting things done.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, you’ll need:
- A PebbleAI account (sign up at pebbleai.app)
- Basic understanding of AI/LLM concepts
- API keys from your preferred LLM provider (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.)
Quick Start: Your First 5 Minutes
1. Access PebbleChat
After logging in, navigate to Activity → Pebble Chat in the left sidebar. This is your home base for getting things done with AI.
The Activity menu in the sidebar gives you quick access to PebbleChat
2. Start Your First Conversation
- Click “New Chat” to begin
- Try asking a question like:
- “Help me write an email to my team about our project update”
- “Analyze this data and give me key insights”
- “Create a marketing plan for our new product”
- Watch as the AI responds in real-time with streaming text
PebbleChat’s clean interface with suggested prompts to get you started
3. Choose Your AI Assistant
PebbleChat offers multiple AI models to suit different needs:
- Claude Opus 4: Best for complex reasoning and detailed analysis
- GPT-4o: Great for general tasks and creative work
- Gemini 2.5 Pro: Excellent for long-form content and research
Switch models anytime using the model selector in the chat interface.
Choose from multiple AI models based on your needs
Mastering PebbleChat
Organize Your Conversations
- Find Past Chats: Use the sidebar to browse conversations by date (Today, Yesterday, Previous 7 days)
- Search: Quickly find specific conversations using the search bar
- Rename: Click the pencil icon to give chats meaningful names
- Privacy: Set visibility to private, workspace, or organization level
Keep your conversations organized with the collapsible sidebar
Power Features
- Edit & Regenerate: Made a typo? Edit your message and the AI will provide a new response
- Feedback: Use thumbs up/down to help improve AI responses
- Export: Share conversations with teammates or save for reference
Supercharge with Tools
Take PebbleChat to the next level by connecting it to your favorite tools and services. With Model Context Protocol (MCP), your AI assistant can access real-time data and perform actions across your digital workspace.
Enable Tools for Your Chat
- In any conversation, click the Tools button
- Browse available integrations (APIs, databases, services)
- Toggle on the tools you need
- The AI can now access these tools to help you better!
Enable powerful integrations with external tools and services
Example Use Cases:
- Connect to your CRM to analyze customer data
- Link project management tools for status updates
- Integrate with code repositories for technical assistance
- Access company knowledge bases for instant answers
Building Custom AI Workflows
When you need more than conversation, the Visual AI Builder lets you create powerful automated workflows.
When to Use the Visual Builder
- Repetitive tasks that need automation
- Multi-step processes involving different AI models
- Document processing and analysis pipelines
- Custom chatbots for specific use cases
Getting Started with Workflows
- Navigate to Productivity → Chatflows
- Click “Add New” to create your first workflow
- Drag and drop components from the sidebar
- Connect them to create your AI pipeline
- Test and deploy your creation
Create powerful AI workflows with the drag-and-drop visual builder
Connecting Workflows to PebbleChat
Your custom workflows can enhance PebbleChat conversations:
- Use workflows as specialized assistants
- Trigger automations from chat commands
- Process documents and data through chat
Understanding Your AI Usage
Keep track of how you’re using AI with built-in observability features.
Monitor Key Metrics
- Token Usage: See how much AI processing you’re consuming
- Response Times: Track performance across different models
- Cost Tracking: Understand spending by model and usage type
Access analytics through the Observability menu to make informed decisions about your AI usage.
Track usage, performance, and costs across all your AI activities
Tips for Success
Best Practices
- Start Simple: Begin with PebbleChat for day-to-day tasks before exploring advanced features
- Be Specific: The more context you provide, the better the AI can help you
- Iterate Quickly: Use the edit feature to refine your questions without starting over
- Build Once, Use Many: Create workflows for tasks you do repeatedly
- Learn from Others: Explore shared workflows and chats from your team
Common Use Cases
For Knowledge Workers:
- Research and summarization
- Content creation and editing
- Data analysis and insights
- Meeting preparation
For Developers:
- Code reviews and debugging
- Documentation generation
- API testing and integration
- Architecture planning
For Teams:
- Shared knowledge bases
- Automated reporting
- Customer support enhancement
- Process documentation
Getting Help
In-App Resources
- Help Center: Access from your profile menu
- Suggested Prompts: Get inspiration for effective queries
- Workflow Templates: Start from pre-built solutions
Community & Support
- Join discussions with other PebbleAI users
- Share workflows and best practices
- Get support from the PebbleAI team
You’re Ready to Go!
You now have everything you need to start being productive with PebbleAI. Here’s your journey:
- Start with PebbleChat - Your go-to place for AI assistance
- Add Tools when needed - Connect your existing services for more power
- Build Workflows for repeated tasks - Save time by automating
- Monitor your usage - Stay informed about costs and performance
Begin with a simple conversation in PebbleChat today. As you discover what’s possible, you’ll naturally progress to more advanced features. Welcome to your AI-powered productivity journey!
Pro tip: Bookmark PebbleChat (Activity → Pebble Chat) for quick access - it’s where you’ll spend most of your time!