# AI Beta: Introduction
The AI Assistant in vREST NG (Beta) enables users to generate and manage test cases and test suites using natural language prompts.
This feature is designed to:
- Simplify test creation through an AI-powered chat interface
- Support both cloud-based and local LLM providers
- Work seamlessly with your existing test data
The AI Assistant is currently in beta. Expect continuous improvements.
To begin, you'll need to configure a model provider before using the AI chat interface.