Quick Start — Thalamus Labz Docs

Time to complete: ~15 minutes

This guide will walk you through installing and running your first Thalamus Labz project locally.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have the following installed:

•Node.js 18+ — Download here
•Docker — Download here
•Git — Download here

Step 1: Choose Your Project

Thalamus Labz maintains several open-source projects. Pick the one that fits your needs:

SOPHIAClaw

AI governance for growing businesses — Best for teams who need controlled AI access

SOPHIA.code

Vibe coder's IDE — Best for developers who want AI-assisted coding with governance

Step 2: Clone and Install

Let's use SOPHIAClaw as an example. The process is similar for all projects:

Terminal

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/thalamuslabz/SOPHIAClaw.git
cd SOPHIAClaw

# Install dependencies
npm install

# Copy environment variables
cp .env.example .env

# Start the development server
npm run dev

Step 3: Configure Environment

Edit your .env file with your settings:

# Required
OPENAI_API_KEY=your_key_here
CLAUDE_API_KEY=your_key_here

# Optional
PORT=3000
LOG_LEVEL=info

Step 4: Verify Installation

Open your browser and navigate to http://localhost:3000. You should see the application running.

What's Next?

Now that you have the project running, explore the documentation to learn more about features and configuration.

Your First Project Configuration