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+# Getting Started with Plane
+
+> New to Plane? This guide takes you from zero to a working project in under 10 minutes. No theory — just action.
+>
+> Already familiar with Plane? Head to [Core Concepts](./core-concepts.md) for feature deep-dives or [Tutorials](./tutorials/) for advanced workflows.
+
+## What is Plane? (30-second overview)
+
+Plane is an open source project management tool — a free alternative to Jira or Linear. Here is all the terminology you need:
+
+| Term | What it means |
+|---|---|
+| **Workspace** | Your organisation's home on Plane — everything lives here |
+| **Project** | A specific area of work — e.g. "Website Redesign" |
+| **Work Item** | A single task — e.g. "Fix login bug" |
+| **Cycle** | A time-boxed sprint — a fixed period to complete work |
+| **Module** | A group of related work items — like an epic |
+| **View** | A saved filter — see exactly what you need |
+
+## Before You Begin
+
+You will need:
+- A valid email address
+- A browser (Chrome, Firefox, or Edge recommended)
+
+## Step 1 — Create your Plane account
+
+1. Go to [app.plane.so](https://app.plane.so)
+2. Click **Sign Up** and enter your email address
+3. Check your email for a verification link and click it
+4. Set your name and password
+
+> **Tip:** You can also sign up using your Google or GitHub account for faster access.
+
+## Step 2 — Create your Workspace
+
+1. After signing up you will be prompted to create a workspace
+2. Enter your **Workspace Name** — use your company or team name
+3. Choose your workspace URL
+4. Select your team size
+5. Click **Create Workspace**
+
+> **Tip:** Choose your workspace name carefully — it is visible to all team members you invite.
+
+## Step 3 — Invite your team
+
+1. Click **Settings** in the left sidebar
+2. Click **Members**
+3. Click **Invite Members**
+4. Enter your colleague's email address
+5. Choose their role — Member for most people, Admin for those who need full control
+6. Click **Send Invite**
+
+## Step 4 — Create your first Project
+
+1. Click **Projects** in the left sidebar
+2. Click **Create Project**
+3. Enter your Project Name — be specific (e.g. "Product Roadmap Q2")
+4. Add a description
+5. Choose network — Secret (invited members only) or Public (all workspace members)
+6. Click **Create Project**
+
+## Step 5 — Add your first Work Items
+
+1. Inside your project click **Issues** in the left sidebar
+2. Click **Create Issue**
+3. Write a clear title — e.g. "Design homepage mockup" not just "Design work"
+4. Set a Priority — Urgent, High, Medium, or Low
+5. Assign it to a team member
+6. Set a Due Date if needed
+7. Click **Create Issue**
+
+## Step 6 — Plan your first Cycle
+
+1. Click **Cycles** in the left sidebar
+2. Click **Create Cycle**
+3. Give your Cycle a name — e.g. "Sprint 1 — April"
+4. Set a Start Date and End Date — 1 or 2 weeks is a good starting point
+5. Add work items from your backlog into the Cycle
+6. Click **Create**
+
+## What to Explore Next
+
+| I want to... | Go to... |
+|---|---|
+| Understand all Plane features | Core Concepts |
+| Learn advanced workflows | Tutorials |
+| Set up Plane on my own server | Self-Host Plane |
+| Connect Plane to GitHub or Slack | Integrations |
+
+---
+
+*This guide was contributed by Gori Goyal as part of the Plane Community Documentation Improvement Project (April 2026).*

docs/introduction/tutorials/overview.md

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 description: Step-by-step guides to master Plane's essential features and build effective team workflows.
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+> 💡 **New to Plane?** If you're setting up Plane for the first time, start with the **[Quickstart guide](/introduction/quickstart)** for a step-by-step setup walkthrough. Come back here once you're set up to master advanced features.
+
 # Tutorials
 
 Master Plane's core features with hands-on, step-by-step tutorials designed to get you and your team productive quickly. These tutorials follow a logical progression from workspace setup to advanced collaboration, ensuring you build skills systematically.