# Getting Started

Welcome to the ReZEN Python API client! This section will help you get up and running quickly with the ReZEN API.

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## 🚀 Quick Navigation

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-   :material-download:{ .lg .middle } **Installation**

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    Install the ReZEN Python client and set up your development environment

    [:octicons-arrow-right-24: Install Now](installation.md)

-   :material-key:{ .lg .middle } **Authentication**

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    Configure your API key and set up client authentication

    [:octicons-arrow-right-24: Setup Authentication](authentication.md)

-   🚀 **Quick Start**

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    Make your first API call and explore basic functionality in 5 minutes

    [:octicons-arrow-right-24: Start Tutorial](quickstart.md)

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## 📋 Prerequisites

!!! info "What you'll need"

    - **Python 3.8+** installed on your system
    - **ReZEN API key** (contact your administrator)
    - **Basic Python knowledge** (we'll guide you through the rest!)

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## 🎯 Learning Path

For the best experience, follow this recommended order:

### 1. **Install the Client** → [Installation Guide](installation.md)
Get the ReZEN client installed in your Python environment.

### 2. **Set Up Authentication** → [Authentication Guide](authentication.md)
Configure your API key and test your connection.

### 3. **Follow Quick Start** → [Quick Start Tutorial](quickstart.md)
Build your first working example with real API calls.

### 4. **Explore Examples** → [Examples & Guides](../guides/examples.md)
See practical examples and common use cases.

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## 💡 What You'll Learn

By the end of this section, you'll be able to:

- ✅ Install and configure the ReZEN Python client
- ✅ Authenticate with the ReZEN API
- ✅ Make your first successful API calls
- ✅ Handle basic errors and responses
- ✅ Understand the client structure and organization

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## 🆘 Need Help?

!!! question "Stuck on something?"

    - Check our [Troubleshooting Guide](../guides/troubleshooting.md)
    - Review [Common Examples](../guides/examples.md)
    - See the [API Reference](../api/index.md) for detailed method documentation

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## ⚡ Already Experienced?

If you're already familiar with Python API clients, you might want to jump directly to:

- **[Quick Start](quickstart.md)** - Skip the basics and see real examples
- **[API Reference](../api/index.md)** - Dive into the method documentation
- **[Examples](../guides/examples.md)** - See advanced usage patterns

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Let's get started! 🎉
