# AskChat<\/p>\n
AskChat is a Minecraft plugin that allows players to interact with Google’s Gemini Pro AI directly in the game chat. Simply type `!ask` followed by your question, and the AI will provide a helpful response.<\/p>\n
## Examples<\/p>\n
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## Features<\/p>\n
* **Chat-Based Interface:** Ask questions and receive answers without leaving your Minecraft world.
\n* **Configurable:**
\n * Customize the AI’s prompt to guide its responses.
\n * Change the bot’s name in chat.
\n * Optionally broadcast both the question and the answer to the server.
\n* **Powered by Google Gemini Pro:** Tap into the advanced capabilities of Gemini Pro for intelligent and relevant answers.
\n* **Lightweight:** Designed to minimize impact on server performance.<\/p>\n
## Installation<\/p>\n
1. **Obtain a Google Gemini API Key:** Follow the instructions at https:\/\/ai.google.dev\/gemini-api\/docs\/api-key to obtain your API key.
\n2. **Download:** Get the latest `AiChatBuddy.jar` file from the [Releases](link-to-your-releases-page) section.
\n3. **Install:** Place the JAR file in your Minecraft server’s `plugins` folder.
\n4. **Configure:** Edit the `config.yml` file in the plugin’s folder:
\n * **`api-key`:** Enter your Google Gemini Pro API key.
\n * **`prompt-template`:** (Optional) Customize the AI’s prompt.
\n * **`api-url`:** (Optional) Modify the API endpoint if needed.
\n * **`bot-name`:** Choose the name for the AI in chat (default: “Notch”).
\n * **`private-questions`:** (Optional) Set to `true` for private responses (default: `false`).
\n5. **Restart:** Restart your server to enable the plugin.<\/p>\n
## Usage<\/p>\n
Type `!ask` followed by your question in the chat, e.g., `!ask How do I make a crafting table?`. The AI will respond with an answer.<\/p>\n
## Support & Feedback<\/p>\n
If you have any questions, issues, or feature requests, please open an issue on [GitHub](link-to-your-github-repo).<\/p>\n
## Contributing<\/p>\n
Contributions are welcome! Please feel free to fork this repository and submit pull requests.<\/p>\n
## License<\/p>\n
This project is licensed under the [MIT License](LICENSE).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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