Quick Start Guide

Get running with Sans Mercantile Nexus in minutes.

Step 1: Create your account

Register for a Sans Mercantile account, verify your business identity, and complete any required onboarding checks.

Step 2: Generate an API key

From your dashboard, create a production API key and store it securely in your environment configuration.

Step 3: Select a system

Choose the AI system that matches your use case, such as Priv for wealth insights or Omega for medical intelligence.

Step 4: Send your first request

// JavaScript example
const response = await fetch('https://api.sansmercantile.com/v1/priv/query', {
  method: 'POST',
  headers: {
    'Content-Type': 'application/json',
    'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY',
  },
  body: JSON.stringify({ prompt: 'Analyze portfolio risk for a high-net-worth client.' }),
});
const result = await response.json();
console.log(result);

Step 5: Validate results

Check the returned response for system confidence scores, actionable recommendations, and any trace data needed for compliance.

Best Practices

  • Use environment variables for keys and secrets.
  • Start with a small dataset for initial testing.
  • Review system-specific guidance in the Systems documentation section.