As AI technology advances, understanding the landscape of available models becomes crucial for developers and businesses alike. This article provides an in-depth look at how to list and understand available models using the DeepSeek API. This will cover retrieving a comprehensive list of models offered through the DeepSeek API, detailing the key information provided for each, and guiding you on leveraging this information effectively.
The DeepSeek API offers a straightforward way to access a list of currently available models. By sending a simple GET request to the /models endpoint, you can retrieve valuable information about each model, including its owner and availability. This is essential for developers looking to integrate DeepSeek's capabilities into their applications.
Why is Listing Models Important?
/modelsTo retrieve the list of models, use the following GET request:
GET /models
This endpoint returns a JSON response containing a list of models. Each model in the list includes the following key information:
Example Response:
{
"object": "list",
"data": [
{
"id": "deepseek-chat",
"object": "model",
"owned_by": "deepseek"
},
{
"id": "deepseek-reasoner",
"object": "model",
"owned_by": "deepseek"
}
]
}
This response indicates the availability of two DeepSeek models: deepseek-chat and deepseek-reasoner. Knowing the model id is crucial for making API calls to these specific models. For example, if you wanted to use the deepseek-chat model, you would use its ID when creating a chat completion request. The deepseek-reasoner model is useful for more complex tasks, as outlined in the Reasoning Model Guide.
Listing models serves several practical purposes for developers:
By leveraging the DeepSeek API to list and understand available models, developers can effectively integrate these powerful AI tools into their applications, driving innovation and efficiency.
