OpenAI Configuration

Configure an OpenAI API key for use with RoostGPT.

Step 1: Generate an API Key

1. Log into platform.openai.com

2. Navigate to API Keys in the left sidebar

   

3. Click "Create new secret key"

4. Configure the key:

   • Name: Enter a descriptive name (e.g., RoostGPT Production)
   • Permissions: Select All
   • Project: Choose a project (optional)

5. Click "Create secret key"

6. Copy the key immediately — it is shown only once

Step 2: Add to RoostGPT

Web UI (Connector)

1. Click Connectors in the top navigation bar → AI Model
2. Select OpenAI
3. Paste your API key
4. Select your default model

CLI (.env file)

AI_TYPE=openai
OPENAI_API_KEY=sk-...your_key...
OPENAI_API_MODEL=gpt-4o

Recommended Models

Model	ID	Context Window	Best For	Pricing
GPT-4o (Primary)	gpt-4o	128K	All RoostGPT tasks — reliable, proven	~$2.50/1M in, ~$10/1M out
GPT-5 (Advanced)	gpt-5	272K	Complex reasoning, large codebases	$1.25/1M in, $10/1M out
GPT-4.1 (Balanced)	gpt-4.1	~128K	Enhanced over GPT-4o	Competitive with GPT-4o

Start with gpt-4o — it is the most tested and proven model for RoostGPT across all test types.

Notes

• API keys are project-scoped if your OpenAI account uses projects. Ensure the key has access to the model you select.
• Keep your key secure — treat it like a password. Do not commit it to source control.
• Set usage limits on platform.openai.com/account/limits to prevent unexpected charges.