DS2API: Transforming DeepSeek Free Chat to OpenAI & Claude Compatible APIs

Bridging the Gap: How to Transform DeepSeek Free Chat into OpenAI & Claude Compatible APIs with DS2API Image Source: Unsplash Introduction: Unlocking Programmatic Access to Free AI Resources Core Question: How can developers bridge the gap between the free, interactive DeepSeek web interface and the standardized, programmatic requirements of modern AI application development? For developers and product engineers, the availability of powerful Large Language Models (LLMs) like DeepSeek is an exciting opportunity. However, the friction arises when these models are initially offered only through a web-based chat interface. Building production-grade applications requires standard APIs—specifically those compatible with the ubiquitous OpenAI …