# Welcome

Looking to learn how to use Kumu? You're in the right place. We've broken up the docs into a few different sections based on your level of experience with Kumu:

### I'm just getting started

If you're new to Kumu, try working through the Getting Started section:

* [Five-minute quickstart](#five-minute-quickstart)
* [Building your first map](https://docs.kumu.io/first-steps#build-your-first-map)

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Need some inspiration? [Find some Kumu Projects in the Wild here.](https://kumu.io/kumu/projects-in-the-wild#projects-in-the-wild) 

Want to add your Kumu project to this map? [Submit it here.](https://form.typeform.com/to/aUUuSLnj) 
{% endhint %}

### I'm ready to dive deeper

Once you've gotten the hang of Kumu, explore the Guides section:

* [Decorate](https://docs.kumu.io/guides/decorate)
* [Filter](https://docs.kumu.io/guides/filter)
* [Cluster](https://docs.kumu.io/guides/clustering)

### I think I'm missing something...

Feeling a bit lost in the Guides section? No worries! Try getting some more background information on Kumu from the Overview section:

* [Types of accounts](https://docs.kumu.io/overview/accounts-and-workspaces)
* [Kumu's architecture](https://docs.kumu.io/overview/kumus-architecture)
* [User interfaces](https://docs.kumu.io/overview/user-interfaces)

## Five-minute quickstart

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[Ready to dive in? Read the First Steps guide](https://docs.kumu.io/getting-started/first-steps)

## Want to talk to a human?

If you run into any challenges, send us an email at <support@kumu.io>. We're always happy to help!


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