Creating and Using Threads
Threads are the best way to chat with Alfa to get fast answers. Alfa can perform data lookups across both quantitative and qualitative sources to provide an answer.
When chatting in threads, Alfa runs in “fast mode”. This means it may not search sources as thoroughly as when using a workplan. If Alfa seems to be missing context or struggling to find what you need, try switching to a workplan for a more comprehensive search.
Get all threads
Create new threads
Get thread messages
Chatting in threads
Note that a second API call must be made to fetch chat contents after a message is successfully sent. (See get_thread_messages above.)
Choosing sources
Alfa will try to respect the user’s preferences for data sources. For example:
Look for any new business initiatives for Apple. Use only filings and earnings reports.
By default, Alfa will use all data sources available to it. These include:
- Web search
- News
- Earnings documents (call transcripts, reports, etc.)
- Regulatory filings
