Mistral
Connect Mistral AI's sophisticated models to CodinIT.dev for precise, efficient app development.
Why Choose Mistral for Development?
Coding Specialist
Codestral model specifically designed for software development tasks.
Precise Instructions
Exceptional accuracy in following detailed technical specifications.
Efficient Performance
High-quality outputs with optimized token usage and speed.
Multilingual Excellence
Superior support for multiple programming languages and human languages.
Available Mistral Models
Model | Type | Strengths | Best For | Context |
---|---|---|---|---|
Mistral Large | General | Advanced reasoning | Complex applications | 128k |
Codestral | Coding | Code specialization | Software development | 32k |
Mixtral 8x7b | General | High throughput | High-volume usage | 32k |
Mistral 7b | General | Fast responses | Quick iterations | 32k |
API Key Setup
Create Mistral Account
Visit Mistral Console and create your developer account.
Generate API Key
Navigate to the API Keys section and create a new key.
Secure Key Storage
Store your API key securely in your project's environment variables.
CodinIT Configuration
To configure the Mistral provider in CodinIT, navigate to your project settings, select "Mistral" from the AI Provider dropdown, and enter your API key.
Development Examples
Full-Stack Application Development
// Example: E-commerce platform with Codestral
const prompt = `
Create a complete e-commerce platform using Next.js and TypeScript:
- Product catalog with search and filtering
- Shopping cart with persistent state
- User authentication and profiles
`;
API Development
# Example: Microservices with FastAPI
prompt = """
Design a microservices architecture for a content management system:
- User service with OAuth integration
- Content service with version control
- Media service with CDN integration
"""
Best Practices
Prompt Engineering
Detailed Specifications
Provide comprehensive requirements and technical constraints.
Structured Context
Organize information clearly with priorities and dependencies.
Code Context
Include relevant existing code patterns and architecture.
Iterative Refinement
Build complex features incrementally with feedback loops.
Troubleshooting Guide
Common Issues
API Key Type Mismatch
Resolution Steps:
- Verify you're using the correct API key type for your model.
- Use Codestral API key specifically for Codestral model.
- Use General API key for other Mistral models.
Model Access Denied
Resolution Steps:
- Verify your account has access to the selected model.
- Check billing status and account standing.
- Ensure API key hasn't expired or been revoked.