.. _quickstart:

Getting Started
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Welcome to Buildly Product Labs! This guide will help you get started with using the platform for product management and team collaboration.

.. note::
   This is a user guide for the Buildly Product Labs platform. If you're a developer looking to contribute to the codebase, please visit our `GitHub repository <https://github.com/buildlyio>`_.

Choose Your Path
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**🚀 New Organization? Try AI-Powered Onboarding (Recommended)**
  If you're setting up Buildly for your organization for the first time, we recommend starting with our intelligent onboarding system:
  
  - **AI-Guided Setup**: Answer a few questions about your organization and needs
  - **Personalized Recommendations**: Get platform suggestions tailored to your requirements
  - **Streamlined Process**: Complete setup with expert guidance
  
  `Start AI Onboarding <https://labs-onboarding.buildly.io/>`_ (Beta)
  
  📖 *For detailed information about the onboarding process, see* :doc:`features/onboarding`

**👤 Individual User? Follow Manual Setup**
  If you're joining an existing organization or prefer manual setup, continue with the standard registration process below.

Account Registration
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To begin using Buildly Product Labs, you'll need to create an account:

1. **Visit the Platform**: Navigate to your organization's Buildly Product Labs instance
2. **Click "Register"**: Find the registration link on the login page
3. **Fill in Your Details**:
   
   - Full name
   - Email address
   - Choose a secure password
   - Organization (if applicable)

4. **Verify Your Email**: Check your email for a verification link and click it to activate your account

First Login
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After email verification:

1. **Return to the Login Page**: Use the credentials you just created
2. **Complete Your Profile**: You'll be prompted to add additional information:
   
   - Profile picture (optional)
   - Job title
   - Department
   - Timezone preferences

3. **Platform Tour**: Take the optional guided tour to familiarize yourself with key features

Essential Setup

Once logged in, complete these initial setup steps:

**1. Join or Create Teams**
   - Navigate to the Teams section
   - Join existing teams you've been invited to
   - Create new teams if you're a team lead

**2. Configure Notifications**
   - Go to Settings → Notifications
   - Set up email digests and real-time alerts

   - Link your calendar for scheduling
   - Connect project management tools
   - Set up any required third-party integrations

Next Steps
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Now that you're set up, explore these key areas:

- :doc:`features/user_management` - Managing your profile and team settings
- :doc:`features/profile_settings` - Customizing your experience
- :doc:`user-guide/BUILDLY-USER-DOCUMENTATION` - Comprehensive user documentation

Need help? Contact your system administrator or check our troubleshooting guides.