--- title: "Welcome to Core Lightning Documentation Portal" slug: "home" excerpt: "Here you can find everything you need to jump-start your journey to running and building on Core Lightning." hidden: false createdAt: "2023-01-30T15:53:40.926Z" updatedAt: "2023-02-13T15:43:05.463Z" --- > 📘 Help us improve! > > The Core Lightning documentation and API reference is a work-in-progress, feel free to suggest edits or send us your feedback by clicking on **_Suggest Edits_** at the top-right of every page (_login required_) or via **[Telegram](https://t.me/lightningd)**. *** [block:html] { "html": "
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Core lightning is available on many platforms and environments. Learn how to install on your preferred platform.
\n \n \n \nChoose from a variety of configuration options as per your needs.
\n \n \n \nUpgrade to the latest stable releases without interruption.
\n \n \n \nA guide to all the basics you need to get up and running immediately.
\n \nAnalyse your node data for effective node management.
\n \n \n \nLeverage a plethora of plugins on Core Lightning.
\n \n \n \nCommon issues and frequently asked questions on operating a CLN node.
\n \nGet up and running in your local environment with essential tools and libraries in your preferred programming language.
\n \n \n \nBuild a lightning app using Core Lightning APIs.
\n \n \n \nCustomise your Core Lightning node by leveraging its powerful modular architecture via plugins.
\n \n \n \nExplore working recipes for common use cases.
\n \n \n \nView all API methods, attributes and responses.
\n \nFamiliarise yourself with the core components of Core Lightning.
\n \n \n \nLearn the practical process and guidelines for contributing.
\n \n \n \nUnderstand the testing and code review practices.
\n \n \n \nLearn how to responsibly report a security issue.
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