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# Getting Started

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Learn how to get started with VibeCoder Heretic - from introduction to your first automated workflow

## What is VibeCoder Heretic?

VibeCoder Heretic is an AI orchestration system that combines:

- **AI Agents** - Autonomous coding assistants powered by Claude, GPT, or other LLMs
- **Kanban Integration** - Seamless workflow management with Trello, Kanboard, and more
- **Task Automation** - Automatic task execution with real-time monitoring

## In This Section

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> - **[Introduction](https://giglabo.com/heretic/docs/getting-started/introduction)** - Architecture overview and supported AI backends
> - **[Quick Start](https://giglabo.com/heretic/docs/getting-started/quick-start)** - Get up and running with heretic-cli
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## Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have:

- Node.js 22 or later
- Docker (for containerized deployment)
- An API key for your preferred AI provider (Claude, OpenAI, etc.)

Ready to dive in? Start with the [Introduction](https://giglabo.com/heretic/docs/getting-started/introduction) to understand the architecture.

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