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| 1 | +--- |
| 2 | +sidebar_position: 0 |
| 3 | +sidebar_label: Getting Started Overview |
| 4 | +title: Getting Started with daily.dev - Complete Guide |
| 5 | +description: "Start your daily.dev journey with this complete guide covering installation, setup, and first steps to build your personalized developer news feed." |
| 6 | +keywords: ["daily.dev", "getting started", "installation", "setup", "developer news", "browser extension", "PWA"] |
| 7 | +--- |
| 8 | + |
| 9 | +# Getting Started with daily.dev |
| 10 | + |
| 11 | +Welcome to daily.dev! This comprehensive guide will help you get started with the platform and make the most of your developer news experience. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting your journey, daily.dev provides a personalized, curated feed of the latest tech news and articles. |
| 12 | + |
| 13 | +## What is daily.dev? |
| 14 | + |
| 15 | +daily.dev is a professional network for developers that aggregates content from over 1,300 tech news sources, presenting them in a single, customizable feed. Our platform helps you: |
| 16 | + |
| 17 | +- **Stay informed** with the latest tech trends and news |
| 18 | +- **Save time** by accessing curated, high-quality content |
| 19 | +- **Build habits** with integrated reading experiences |
| 20 | +- **Connect** with other developers in the community |
| 21 | +- **Grow professionally** through continuous learning |
| 22 | + |
| 23 | +## Quick Start Journey |
| 24 | + |
| 25 | +### Step 1: Choose Your Platform |
| 26 | +Begin your daily.dev experience by selecting the best platform for your needs: |
| 27 | + |
| 28 | +<div className="card-container" style={{ display: 'grid', gridTemplateColumns: 'repeat(auto-fit, minmax(300px, 1fr))', gap: '20px', marginBottom: '30px' }}> |
| 29 | + <div className="card"> |
| 30 | + <div className="card__header"> |
| 31 | + <h3>🚀 Browser Extension (Recommended)</h3> |
| 32 | + </div> |
| 33 | + <div className="card__body"> |
| 34 | + <p>Transform your new tab into a productivity hub with daily.dev. Perfect for building a daily reading habit.</p> |
| 35 | + <ul> |
| 36 | + <li>✅ Available for Chrome & Edge</li> |
| 37 | + <li>✅ New tab integration</li> |
| 38 | + <li>✅ Companion widget</li> |
| 39 | + <li>✅ Shortcuts support</li> |
| 40 | + </ul> |
| 41 | + </div> |
| 42 | + <div className="card__footer"> |
| 43 | + <a href="/docs/getting-started/browser-extension-installation" className="button button--primary">Install Extension</a> |
| 44 | + </div> |
| 45 | + </div> |
| 46 | + |
| 47 | + <div className="card"> |
| 48 | + <div className="card__header"> |
| 49 | + <h3>📱 Progressive Web App (PWA)</h3> |
| 50 | + </div> |
| 51 | + <div className="card__body"> |
| 52 | + <p>Access daily.dev from any browser with our feature-rich web application. Great for all browsers and mobile devices.</p> |
| 53 | + <ul> |
| 54 | + <li>✅ Works on all browsers</li> |
| 55 | + <li>✅ Mobile-friendly</li> |
| 56 | + <li>✅ Offline capabilities</li> |
| 57 | + <li>✅ App-like experience</li> |
| 58 | + </ul> |
| 59 | + </div> |
| 60 | + <div className="card__footer"> |
| 61 | + <a href="/docs/getting-started/pwa" className="button button--secondary">Try PWA</a> |
| 62 | + </div> |
| 63 | + </div> |
| 64 | +</div> |
| 65 | + |
| 66 | +### Step 2: Initial Setup & Personalization |
| 67 | +Once you've chosen your platform, the next crucial step is personalizing your experience: |
| 68 | + |
| 69 | +#### Account Creation |
| 70 | +- **Sign up** using GitHub, Google, or email |
| 71 | +- **Complete your profile** to unlock full features |
| 72 | +- **Set preferences** for notifications and privacy |
| 73 | + |
| 74 | +#### Feed Customization |
| 75 | +Your feed is the heart of your daily.dev experience. Learn how to: |
| 76 | +- **Filter content** by programming languages, topics, and sources |
| 77 | +- **Block irrelevant** tags and sources |
| 78 | +- **Use advanced filtering** for precise content curation |
| 79 | + |
| 80 | +[👉 **Complete Feed Setup Guide**](/docs/setting-up-your-feed/filtering-content-feed) |
| 81 | + |
| 82 | +### Step 3: Discover Core Features |
| 83 | +Explore the powerful features that make daily.dev unique: |
| 84 | + |
| 85 | +#### Essential Features to Try First: |
| 86 | +- **[Bookmarks](/docs/key-features/bookmarks)** - Save articles for later reading |
| 87 | +- **[Search](/docs/key-features/search)** - Find specific content quickly |
| 88 | +- **[Discussions](/docs/key-features/discussions)** - Engage with the community |
| 89 | +- **[Upvotes](/docs/key-features/upvotes)** - Show appreciation for quality content |
| 90 | + |
| 91 | +#### Advanced Features: |
| 92 | +- **[Community Picks](/docs/key-features/community-picks)** - Discover trending content |
| 93 | +- **[Feeds](/docs/key-features/feeds)** - Understand different feed types |
| 94 | +- **[Pause New Tab](/docs/key-features/pause-new-tab)** - Control your browsing experience |
| 95 | + |
| 96 | +### Step 4: Build Your Developer Profile |
| 97 | +Transform your reading activity into professional growth: |
| 98 | + |
| 99 | +#### Profile Setup: |
| 100 | +- **[Activity Tracking](/docs/your-profile/activity)** - Monitor your reading progress |
| 101 | +- **[Reputation System](/docs/your-profile/reputation)** - Build credibility in the community |
| 102 | +- **[Weekly Goals](/docs/your-profile/weekly-goal)** - Set and achieve reading targets |
| 103 | +- **[DevCard](/docs/your-profile/devcard)** - Showcase your learning journey |
| 104 | + |
| 105 | +#### Community Engagement: |
| 106 | +- **Join discussions** on articles that interest you |
| 107 | +- **Share insights** and learn from other developers |
| 108 | +- **Follow topics** that align with your career goals |
| 109 | + |
| 110 | +### Step 5: Customize Your Experience |
| 111 | +Make daily.dev truly yours with extensive customization options: |
| 112 | + |
| 113 | +#### Visual Customization: |
| 114 | +- **[Theme Selection](/docs/customize-your-feed/theme)** - Choose from multiple themes |
| 115 | +- **[Layout Options](/docs/customize-your-feed/layout)** - Optimize for your screen |
| 116 | +- **[Card Density](/docs/customize-your-feed/density)** - Control information density |
| 117 | +- **[Preferences](/docs/customize-your-feed/preferences)** - Fine-tune your experience |
| 118 | + |
| 119 | +## Getting Started Resources |
| 120 | + |
| 121 | +### For New Users |
| 122 | +<div className="alert alert--info"> |
| 123 | + <strong>💡 Pro Tip:</strong> Start with the browser extension and spend 5-10 minutes daily browsing your feed to build a consistent learning habit. |
| 124 | +</div> |
| 125 | + |
| 126 | +### Essential First Steps Checklist: |
| 127 | +- [ ] Install daily.dev (extension or PWA) |
| 128 | +- [ ] Create your account and complete profile |
| 129 | +- [ ] Set up your personalized feed filters |
| 130 | +- [ ] Bookmark your first article |
| 131 | +- [ ] Engage with one discussion |
| 132 | +- [ ] Customize your theme and layout |
| 133 | +- [ ] Set your weekly reading goal |
| 134 | + |
| 135 | +### Troubleshooting Common Issues |
| 136 | +Having trouble getting started? Check these common solutions: |
| 137 | + |
| 138 | +#### Installation Issues: |
| 139 | +- **Extension not working?** Ensure you've granted all necessary permissions |
| 140 | +- **PWA not loading?** Try clearing browser cache and cookies |
| 141 | +- **Login problems?** Verify your email or try alternative sign-in methods |
| 142 | + |
| 143 | +#### Content Issues: |
| 144 | +- **Feed empty?** Check your filters - they might be too restrictive |
| 145 | +- **Irrelevant content?** Spend time fine-tuning your tag and source preferences |
| 146 | +- **Loading slowly?** Try switching to a different layout or adjusting density |
| 147 | + |
| 148 | +## What's Next? |
| 149 | + |
| 150 | +Once you're comfortable with the basics, explore these advanced features: |
| 151 | + |
| 152 | + |
| 153 | +## Need Help? |
| 154 | + |
| 155 | +### Community Support |
| 156 | +- **Join our Discord** - Get real-time help from the community |
| 157 | +- **Contact Support** - Reach out to our team for technical issues |
| 158 | +- **Browse Documentation** - Find detailed guides for every feature |
| 159 | + |
| 160 | +### Quick Links |
| 161 | +- [Browser Extension Installation](/docs/getting-started/browser-extension-installation) |
| 162 | +- [PWA Setup Guide](/docs/getting-started/pwa) |
| 163 | +- [Feed Customization](/docs/setting-up-your-feed/filtering-content-feed) |
| 164 | +- [Community Guidelines](/docs/community) |
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