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Where can I find my project keys in the Galileo application?

When using Galileo there are three different types of keys that you may use.
  1. Galileo API Key (GALILEO_API_KEY)
  2. Galileo Project ID (GALILEO_PROJECT)
  3. Galileo Log stream (GALILEO_LOG_STREAM)
These keys help to connect your application to Galileo’s services. Let’s break down what each key does and where to find it within the UI.

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Galileo API key

You will need your Galileo API key to be able to send traces to a Log stream fro your applications or run experiments in code.
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Open the API keys page

Select the user menu in the top right, then select API Keys.
The API key menu
2

Create a new API key

Select the +Create new key button to create a new API key.The create new API key button
3

Name your API key

Give your API key a name, and optionally set an expiry date. By default API keys expire after a year.
The create API key dialog
4

Copy your API key

Copy your API key and store it somewhere safe. You will not be able to see this key again.
The created API key

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Where do I find my Galileo project ID?

Your Galileo Project ID is the name of the project you create. How to create a new project key.

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Where do I find my Galileo Log stream?

The Galileo Log stream identity is the name of the specific Log stream that you are looking to record your logs in. To create a Log stream, first select the project you’d want to create a Log stream from. Then, select Connect your app from the project home screen. Click Connect your app to create a new Log stream Once you’ve selected the Connect your app button, you’ll see a modal pop up, select Create Log stream Click Create Log stream to continue creating Log stream. Galileo will create a default Log stream with the key my_log_stream please be aware that this key is case-sensitive. You can create additional Log streams for the same project by navigating to the left-hand side of the screen, toggling down and selecting the Create Log stream button. How to create or add Log streams. Its from within this dropdown menu that you can also edit or delete Log streams. Keep in mind that the keys are case-sensitive, so if you change the name of the Log stream, you will also have to change how it is referenced within your application as well.

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Best practices and tips

  • Keep your API keys secure and never share them publicly
  • Create separate keys for different applications or environments
  • Set expiration dates for temporary access
  • Regularly rotate keys for enhanced security
  • Use descriptive names to track key usage