> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.umbraco.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.umbraco.com/umbraco-cms/13.latest/fundamentals/get-to-know-umbraco.md).

# Get to know Umbraco

All the fundamentals of using Umbraco - from making a local installation to extending the backend.

In this part of the Umbraco CMS documentation, you can get to know the product and the default functionality. It is here you start your Umbraco journey with the installation, setup, and basics of working with the CMS.

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