> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://hedera-0c6e0218-docs--429.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Kapa AI

Kapa AI is an AI-powered assistant that helps developers quickly find answers to their questions about Hedera. Whether you're debugging your code or exploring the SDKs, Kapa AI provides context-aware responses based on the documentation.

## Where to Find It

You can access Kapa AI through the Hedera Discord server. The AI assistant is available in a dedicated channel where you can ask questions and get instant help.

<Card title="Access Kapa AI on Discord" icon="discord" href="https://discord.com/channels/373889138199494658/1162000101825327104">
  Join the Ask an AI channel to start asking questions
</Card>

## Getting Started

### Step 1: Join the Hedera Discord Server

If you're not already a member of the Hedera Discord community, join at [hedera.com/discord](https://hedera.com/discord).

### Step 2: Navigate to the Ask an AI Channel

Once you're in the Hedera Discord server:

1. Look for the **Miscellaneous** category in the channel list
2. Find and click on the **#🤖ask-an-ai** channel

### Step 3: Create a Thread and Ask Your Question

To ask Kapa AI a question:

1. **Create a new thread** in the #🤖ask-an-ai channel
2. **@mention the bot** by typing `@kapa.ai` followed by your question
3. **Wait for the response** - Kapa AI will reply in your thread with relevant information

**Example:**

```
@kapa.ai How do I create a fungible token using the JavaScript SDK?
```

Kapa AI will:

* Search through the official Hedera documentation
* Provide relevant answers with context
* Include links to the appropriate documentation pages
* Offer code examples when applicable

<Tip>
  Creating a thread keeps your conversation organized and makes it easier to follow up with additional questions.
</Tip>

{/* <img src="/images/kapa-ai-example-interaction.png" alt="Example of asking Kapa AI a question" /> */}

## Tips for Best Results

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Be specific with your questions">
    Instead of asking "How do I create a token?", try "How do I create a fungible token using the JavaScript SDK?"
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Include relevant context">
    Mention which SDK you're using, what you've already tried, or any error messages you're seeing.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Ask follow-up questions">
    If the initial answer isn't quite what you need, ask for clarification or more details in the same thread.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Check the documentation links">
    Kapa AI provides links to the official docs - these are great for diving deeper into topics.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Use threads for organized conversations">
    Each question should be in its own thread. This keeps discussions organized and makes it easier for others to find similar questions.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Example Questions

Here are some examples of questions you can ask Kapa AI:

* `@kapa.ai How do I set up a Hedera testnet account?`
* `@kapa.ai What's the difference between HTS and ERC-20 tokens on Hedera?`
* `@kapa.ai Show me how to create a topic using the Java SDK`
* `@kapa.ai How do I deploy a smart contract to Hedera testnet?`
* `@kapa.ai What are the gas fees for smart contract deployment?`

## Need More Help?

If Kapa AI can't answer your question, you can:

* Ask in other Discord channels where community members and Hedera team members can help
* Check the [Hedera documentation](https://docs.hedera.com)
* Visit [Stack Overflow](https://stackoverflow.com/questions/tagged/hedera-hashgraph) for technical questions
* Browse [GitHub discussions](https://github.com/hashgraph) for code-related issues

<Note>
  Kapa AI is trained on the official Hedera documentation and is regularly updated to include the latest information.
</Note>