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Documentation/Installation/Index.rst

@@ -8,14 +8,14 @@ Prepare / Install local TYPO3 project
 =====================================
 
 Setting up your local TYPO3 project requires a few simple steps.
-This chapter guides you through preparing your development environment,
+This chapter will guide you through preparing your development environment,
 installing TYPO3, and getting ready to build your first website.
 
-The rest of the Getting Started guide assumes that TYPO3 was installed locally
-using DDEV and Composer as described here.
+The rest of the Getting Started guide assumes that TYPO3 has been installed locally
+using DDEV and Composer, as described here.
 
-If you prefer a different installation method (for example, manual installation
-on a server), see the full
+If you prefer a to use a different installation method (for example, manual
+installation on a server), see the full
 `TYPO3 installation guide <https://docs.typo3.org/permalink/t3coreapi:installation-index>`_.
 
 ..  toctree::
@@ -40,7 +40,7 @@ on a server), see the full
 
     ..  card:: :ref:`Using DDEV <ddev>`
 
-        Learn how to install, update, and manage DDEV for running your TYPO3
+        Learn how to install, update, and manage DDEV to run your TYPO3
         projects locally.
 
     ..  card:: :ref:`Installing TYPO3 with DDEV <install>`
@@ -50,7 +50,7 @@ on a server), see the full
 
     ..  card:: :ref:`Setting up TYPO3 after installation <typo3-setup>`
 
-        Complete the TYPO3 setup by creating an admin user and configuring
+        Complete TYPO3 setup by creating an admin user and configuring
         initial options.
 
     ..  card:: :ref:`Choosing a TYPO3 version <typo3-version>`
@@ -81,12 +81,12 @@ Advanced installation topics
 
     ..  card:: :ref:`Application context <application-context>`
 
-        Use TYPO3's application context to manage different settings for
+        Use the TYPO3 application context to manage different settings for
         development, testing, and production.
 
     ..  card:: `System Requirements <https://docs.typo3.org/permalink/t3coreapi:system-requirements>`_
 
-        If you install TYPO3 manually or deploy to a production server, check
+        If you want to install TYPO3 manually or deploy to a production server, check
         the full system requirements for PHP, database, and web server.
 
     ..  card:: `Tuning TYPO3 <https://docs.typo3.org/permalink/t3coreapi:tunetypo3>`_

Documentation/Installation/Install.rst

@@ -11,15 +11,15 @@ Installing TYPO3 with DDEV
 This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installing TYPO3 using DDEV
 and Composer.
 
-If DDEV is not installed on your local machine yet, see
+If DDEV is not yet installed on your local machine, see
 `Installing and Using DDEV <https://docs.typo3.org/permalink/t3start:ddev>`_.
 
 DDEV is intended for local development only.
 To deploy your TYPO3 site to a production server, see:
 `Deploying TYPO3 <https://docs.typo3.org/permalink/t3start:deployment>`_.
 
 Throughout the Getting Started Tutorial, we assume that you are running TYPO3
-locally with DDEV and have installed it using Composer, as described below.
+locally with DDEV and have installed it using Composer.
 
 For an overview of alternative installation methods, see the
 `TYPO3 installation overview in the TYPO3 Explained manual <https://docs.typo3.org/permalink/t3coreapi:installation-index>`_.
@@ -31,7 +31,7 @@ For an overview of alternative installation methods, see the
 Quick Start: TYPO3 Installation with DDEV
 ==========================================
 
-The following commands create a new TYPO3 project, initialize DDEV, install
+The following commands will create a new TYPO3 project, initialize DDEV, install
 TYPO3 via Composer, and run the setup. Copy and paste them into your terminal.
 
 ..  code-block:: bash
@@ -57,10 +57,9 @@ TYPO3 via Composer, and run the setup. Copy and paste them into your terminal.
 Next steps: `TYPO3 setup on first installation <https://docs.typo3.org/permalink/t3start:typo3-setup>`_
 
 ..  note::
-    The directory where you run these commands must be initially empty.
+    The directory that you run these commands in must be empty.
     Do not initialize Git or open the folder in an IDE before running the
-    commands, as both actions may create hidden files and cause the directory
-    to become non-empty.
+    commands, as these may create files in the directory (for example hidden files).
 
 ..  _installation-ddev-tutorial:
 
@@ -74,7 +73,7 @@ Video: Installing TYPO3 with DDEV
 
 The video demonstrates how to install TYPO3 v11 LTS with DDEV.
 
-Although TYPO3 v11 is outdated, the installation process remains largely
+Although TYPO3 v11 is outdated, the installation process is largely
 the same for newer versions.
 
 ..  youtube:: HW7J3G1SqZw
@@ -92,18 +91,17 @@ Create an empty directory for your TYPO3 project and change into it:
     cd my_project
 
 ..  note::
-    The directory where you run the following commands must be initially empty.
+    The directory where you run the following commands must be empty.
 
     Do not initialize Git or open the folder in an IDE before running the
-    commands, as both actions may create hidden files and cause the directory
-    to become non-empty.
+    commands, as these may create files in the directory (for example hidden files).
 
 ..  _installation-ddev-project:
 
 Create a New DDEV Project
 --------------------------
 
-Initialize a new DDEV project. The ``ddev config`` command will prompt for details about your setup.
+Initialize a new DDEV project. The ``ddev config`` command will prompt you for details of your setup.
 TYPO3 is included in the list of preconfigured project types.
 
 ..  code-block:: bash
@@ -114,8 +112,8 @@ Docroot Location
     The docroot is the folder containing the files accessible to the webserver,
     including the entry point :file:`index.php`. It is commonly named `public`.
 
-    Do not change the docroot during this installation process. It is possible
-    to change it later if necessary, however most guides assume your docroot is
+    Do not change the docroot during this installation process. You
+    can change it later if necessary, however most guides assume your docroot is
     called `public`.
 
 Project Type

Documentation/Installation/Setup.rst

@@ -7,8 +7,8 @@
 TYPO3 setup on first installation
 =================================
 
-Depending on your preference, you can set up TYPO3 either via a console command
-or by using the web-based Install Tool.
+You can set up TYPO3 either via a console command or by using the web-based
+Install Tool.
 
 ..  contents::
     :local:
@@ -77,8 +77,8 @@ After completing the setup, TYPO3 will run in the "Production" application
 context by default.
 
 For local development, it is recommended to switch to the "Development/DDEV"
-context to enable better error reporting, debugging features, and developer-friendly
-behavior.
+context for better error reporting, debugging features, and developer-friendly
+features.
 
  Edit your :file:`.ddev/config.yaml` and add:
 

Documentation/Installation/UsingDdev.rst

@@ -7,19 +7,19 @@
 Installing and using DDEV
 =========================
 
-DDEV is a powerful, flexible tool for local TYPO3 development. It automates
+DDEV is a powerful tool for local TYPO3 development. It automates
 the setup of PHP, database, webserver, and other services using Docker, making
-local development easy, fast, and consistent across all platforms.
+local development easy, fast, and consistent across platforms.
 
 This guide assumes that you are setting up TYPO3 locally using DDEV.
 For deploying TYPO3 to a live server, see
 `Deploying TYPO3 <https://docs.typo3.org/permalink/t3start:deployment>`_.
 
-Some hosting providers also offer services that support hosting DDEV projects,
+Some hosting providers also host DDEV projects,
 allowing you to develop locally and deploy seamlessly.
 
 ..  note::
-    Like TYPO3, DDEV is open source software that exists because of the
+    Like TYPO3, DDEV is open source software that only exists due to the
     generosity of community members and sponsors. Read more about
     `how to support DDEV <https://ddev.com/support-ddev/>`__.
 
@@ -48,7 +48,7 @@ instructions:
 `Installing DDEV <https://ddev.readthedocs.io/en/stable/users/install/ddev-installation/>`_
 
 This page covers installation for macOS, Linux, Windows, and WSL, and is kept
-up-to-date with the latest supported methods.
+up-to-date.
 
 ..  _ddev-check-installation:
 
@@ -95,8 +95,8 @@ Managing the database
 ======================
 
 Running :bash:`ddev start` automatically creates a database for you.
-DDEV also creates the file :file:`config/system/additional.php`, where it
-configures the database credentials.
+DDEV also creates the file :file:`config/system/additional.php`, containing the
+database credentials.
 
 You can access your database using any local database client.
 
@@ -106,15 +106,15 @@ On Windows, you can quickly open the database in HeidiSQL:
 
     ddev heidisql
 
-Other popular database clients include TablePlus, Sequel Ace, or DBeaver.
+Other popular database clients include TablePlus, Sequel Ace, and DBeaver.
 
 For more details, see the DDEV documentation on
 `Database GUIs
 <https://ddev.readthedocs.io/en/stable/users/usage/database-management/#database-guis/>`__.
 
 ..  _ddev-sending-email:
 
-Sending e-mail
+Sending emails
 ==============
 
 DDEV captures outgoing mails and stores them for review.