> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.getgalaxy.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quickstart

> Get set up with your first project

<Note>
  By the end of this guide, you will have:

  * Connected your first data source
  * Created a project
  * Explored your data as a context graph
</Note>

## Step 1: Create Your Workspace

Login and create or join your team’s workspace.

## Step 2: Connect Your First Source

Galaxy connects to your existing data systems and builds a structure that organizes data around business concepts and relationships. See [Sources](/sources) for more details.

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To add a source:

1. Open **Sources** from the main navigation
2. Select **Add Source**
3. Choose a connector
4. Authenticate or provide connection details
5. Save and test the connection

Now you’re ready to create your first project.

## Step 3: Create a Project

Projects are where you connect your data to build a context graph. See [Projects](/projects) for more details.

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To create a project:

1. Go to **Projects**
2. Select **Create Project**
3. Select your sources and mapping method

Now your graph is building! You'll be alerted when the initial build is complete. Don't forget to name your project and add a description.

[Chat](/chat-with-your-graph) with your graph to uncover insights.

## **What You Built**

In a few steps, you have:

<Check>
  Connected real systems
</Check>

<Check>
  Created a project
</Check>

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  Defined business entities
</Check>

<Check>
  Mapped relationships
</Check>

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  Generated a living context graph
</Check>

With your data connected and organized, you can now:

* Build accurate, trusted analytics
* Power AI with consistent context
* Collaborate using a common language

## **What's Next**

Now that you have completed the basics, explore these topics:

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  <Card icon="book-open" href="/context-graphs" title="Context Graphs">
    Understand Galaxy's foundation.
  </Card>

  <Card icon="database" href="/sources" title="Sources">
    Connect more systems to Galaxy.
  </Card>
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  <Card icon="diagram-project" href="/projects" title="Projects">
    Build context graphs.
  </Card>

  <Card icon="gear" href="/workspace-settings" title="Workspace Settings">
    Manage access and governance.
  </Card>
</Columns>