# Tutorials

Step-by-step lessons to get you started with erk.

Tutorials are **learning-oriented**. They guide you through a series of steps to complete a project, helping you learn by doing.

## Core Tutorial

Complete these in order:

1. **[Prerequisites](prerequisites.md)** - Tools you need before installing erk
2. **[Installation](installation.md)** - Install erk and run initial configuration
3. **[Your First Plan](first-plan.md)** - Complete tutorial from idea to merged PR

## Optional Enhancements

After completing your first plan, you may want to:

- **[Advanced Configuration](advanced-configuration.md)** - Capabilities, init flags, and troubleshooting
- **[Graphite Integration](graphite-integration.md)** - Stacked PR workflows with Graphite

## What You'll Learn

After completing the core tutorial, you will:

- Have erk installed and configured
- Understand the plan-implement-ship workflow
- Be able to create and execute plans using Claude Code

## Next Steps

After completing the tutorials, explore:

- [The Workflow](../topics/the-workflow.md) - Understand the full plan-implement-ship cycle
- [Use the Local Workflow](../howto/local-workflow.md) - Detailed guide to daily usage
