Guides

Step-by-step guides for using Chinese AI models from outside China.

2026-03-30 beginner

Chinese LLM API Authentication: Every Provider Compared

Registration, payment methods, country restrictions, and API key setup for DeepSeek, Qwen, Kimi, GLM, MiniMax, StepFun, ByteDance, and Tencent. Plus third-party alternatives.

2026-03-30 intermediate

DeepSeek Cache Hit Strategy: How to Save 75% on API Costs

Chinese developers routinely cut DeepSeek bills by 75% using cache hit optimization. Here's the technique, with code examples and prompt architecture patterns.

2026-03-27 beginner

The Complete Guide to Using Chinese AI Models from Outside China

Registration, payment, API setup, and the gotchas nobody tells you about. DeepSeek, Qwen, Kimi, and GLM — from signup to production.