Quickstart

Prerequisites

• VS Code installed
• A Damira AI account (sign up free)

1. Install the Extension

Open VS Code and search for Damira AI in the Extensions marketplace, or install directly:

Install from Marketplace

2. Create an API Key

1. Sign in at damiraai.com/dashboard
2. Go to API Keys in the sidebar
3. Click Create Key, give it a name (e.g., "VS Code")
4. Copy the key — you will not see it again

3. Configure the Extension

1. Open VS Code Settings (Cmd+, on Mac, Ctrl+, on Windows)
2. Search for Damira
3. Paste your API key into the API Key field
4. Set Environment to Production

4. Send Your First Query

Open the Damira AI chat panel from the sidebar and try:

My BGP neighbor 10.1.1.2 keeps flapping. What should I check?

The assistant will identify this as a BGP troubleshooting request, reference relevant documentation, and walk you through diagnosis step by step.

Not Using VS Code?

Damira AI also works as an MCP server with Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, and Windsurf. One command to install:

claude mcp add --transport stdio damira -- uvx damira-mcp

See the full MCP Server setup guide for all clients.

What's Next

• MCP Server — Use Damira with Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, or Windsurf
• VS Code Extension — Learn about templates, the editor panel, and file output
• Troubleshooting — See all 11 supported network domains
• Knowledge Base — Upload your docs for personalized answers