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+################################
+Getting Started With CodeIgniter
+################################
+
+Any software application requires some effort to learn. We've done our
+best to minimize the learning curve while making the process as
+enjoyable as possible.
+
+The first step is to :doc:`install <../installation/index>`
+CodeIgniter, then read all the topics in the **Introduction** section of
+the Table of Contents.
+
+Next, read each of the **General Topics** pages in order. Each topic
+builds on the previous one, and includes code examples that you are
+encouraged to try.
+
+Once you understand the basics you'll be ready to explore the **Class
+Reference** and **Helper Reference** pages to learn to utilize the
+native libraries and helper files.
+
+Feel free to take advantage of our `Community
+Forums <http://codeigniter.com/forums/>`_ if you have questions or
+problems, and our `Wiki <http://codeigniter.com/wiki/>`_ to see code
+examples posted by other users.