> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.omi.me/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# SDK Overview

> Build on top of Omi with official SDKs for Python, Swift, and React Native

## Omi SDKs

The Omi SDKs make it easy to build applications that connect directly to Omi devices. Connect via Bluetooth, stream audio, and get real-time transcription in your preferred language.

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## Available SDKs

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card title="Python SDK" icon="python" href="/doc/developer/sdk/python">
    pip-installable SDK with Opus decoding and Deepgram transcription
  </Card>

  <Card title="Swift SDK" icon="swift" href="/doc/developer/sdk/swift">
    Native iOS/macOS package with local Whisper transcription
  </Card>

  <Card title="React Native SDK" icon="react" href="/doc/developer/sdk/ReactNative">
    Cross-platform mobile SDK with BLE support
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

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## Key Features

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Direct Device Connection" icon="bluetooth">
    Connect to any Omi device over Bluetooth Low Energy
  </Card>

  <Card title="Flexible Transcription" icon="microphone">
    Run transcription locally (Whisper) or via cloud (Deepgram)
  </Card>

  <Card title="No Backend Required" icon="server">
    No dependency on Omi infrastructure - build completely standalone apps
  </Card>

  <Card title="Open Source" icon="code-branch">
    MIT licensed - use and modify freely
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

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## Quick Comparison

| Feature       | Python                | Swift                 | React Native                          |
| ------------- | --------------------- | --------------------- | ------------------------------------- |
| Installation  | `pip install omi-sdk` | Swift Package Manager | `npm install @omiai/omi-react-native` |
| Transcription | Deepgram (cloud)      | Whisper (local)       | Deepgram (cloud)                      |
| Platforms     | macOS, Linux, Windows | iOS, macOS            | iOS, Android                          |
| Audio Codec   | Opus                  | Opus                  | Opus, PCM                             |

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## Getting Started

<Steps>
  <Step title="Choose Your SDK">
    Pick the SDK that matches your development environment and use case.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Install Dependencies">
    Follow the installation guide for your chosen SDK.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Scan for Devices">
    Use the SDK's scan function to find nearby Omi devices.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Connect & Stream">
    Connect to a device and start receiving audio or transcription data.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## Need Help?

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  <Card title="GitHub Repository" icon="github" href="https://github.com/BasedHardware/omi">
    Browse source code and report issues
  </Card>

  <Card title="Discord Community" icon="discord" href="http://discord.omi.me">
    Get help from the community
  </Card>
</CardGroup>