Choose notebook mode (read + write via API/MCP) or reference mode (read-only URL). Pick whichever matches how you'd actually use Guides - there is no required path for this pilot.

If you want to test…	Use
ChatGPT without pasting keys	ChatGPT App (OAuth)
Cursor or Claude in your IDE	Claude and Cursor (MCP)
Paste a guide URL into any chat	Reference vs notebook mode - no key needed
Org-scoped API (your new portal)	Get an API key → Portal Settings → Integrations
Scripted / repeatable HTTP	Custom GPT or OpenAPI

After connecting, run the smoke tests in

Guides AI — Testing & access Pilot evaluation checklist: register, create a portal, connect AI your way, save doc guides for reference, and report results. Plu Guides

- or invent your own workflow and note what broke.

When you're done, send feedback:

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