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

# Introduction

> Welcome to the Glider API Documentation Portal

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## Getting Started

Welcome to Glider's API documentation portal. Here you can find detailed information about the Glider API, including how to use it, how to create strategies, and how to contribute to the project.

<Note>
  Glider is currently in early access. Sign up for the waitlist on the [Glider
  App](https://glider.fi/).
</Note>

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  <Card title="Get a Glider API key" icon="code" href="/guides/authentication">
    Register an account and generate an API key to access the Glider platform.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Quickstart" icon="circle-play" href="/quickstart">
    Use the Glider API to create your first portfolio.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Next steps

Dig deeper into the Glider API Reference and tutorials to take full advantage of the Glider API.

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  <Card title="Portfolio Management" icon="pen-to-square" href="/api-reference/endpoints/portfolio-management">
    Learn how to manage and update your portfolios.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Privy Tutorial" icon="wallet" href="/guides/privy">
    Follow a fine tuned example of how to use the Glider API with Privy.
  </Card>
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