Set up the Weather API
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This document describes the steps you need to start using the Weather API.
To start using the Weather API, you can either request a Maps Demo Key or set up
an account and enable billing.
Get a Maps Demo Key
The Maps Demo Key is a no-cost feature that lets you start prototyping with
the Weather API without entering billing information. The Maps Demo Key is
intended for testing and prototyping purposes only, and isn't designed for
production use. For more information, see
Get a Maps Demo Key and use it with the
Weather API.
Get a standard API key
When you're ready to move your code to production, complete the following
steps to create an API key and enable billing.
checklist
Check that you meet the prerequisites.
settings
Turn on the API in your Google Cloud project.
verified_user
Configure an API key or OAuth to make an authenticated API request.
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