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

# Quick Start Guide

> Get up and running with your first Nimbus trading bot in under 10 minutes

## Get Started in Three Steps

Launch your first automated trading bot on Hyperliquid quickly and safely.

### Step 1: Connect Your Hyperliquid Account

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="wallet" title="Connect Wallet">
    Connect your wallet to Nimbus using WalletConnect or MetaMask. Your
    wallet will be used to sign transactions and manage your trading positions.

    <Warning>
      Ensure your wallet has sufficient Hyperliquid testnet tokens for testing
      before moving to mainnet.
    </Warning>
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="key" title="Generate API Keys">
    1. Visit [Hyperliquid API Settings](https://app.hyperliquid.xyz/api) 2.
       Create new API keys for trading 3. Copy the API key and secret (store
       securely!) 4. Add these credentials to your Nimbus account settings
       <Tip>Start with testnet API keys to practice risk-free.</Tip>
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

### Step 2: Configure Your First Bot

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="robot" title="Choose a Strategy">
    For beginners, we recommend starting with a **DCA Bot** or **Smart Portfolio
    Rebalancer**: - **DCA Bot**: Automatically buy assets at regular intervals
    regardless of price - **Smart Portfolio Rebalancer**: Maintain target
    allocation percentages across multiple assets Both strategies are low-risk
    and perfect for learning how Nimbus works.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="sliders" title="Set Parameters">
    Configure your bot with conservative settings: **For DCA Bot:** - Investment
    amount: Start with $10-50 per purchase - Frequency: Daily or weekly
            intervals - Asset: Choose a major asset like ETH or BTC **For Portfolio
            Rebalancer:** - Allocation: 60% ETH, 40% USDC (example) - Rebalance
            threshold: 5-10% - Total portfolio size: Start small ($100-500)
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

### Step 3: Launch and Monitor

<Accordion icon="rocket" title="Deploy Your Bot">
  1. Review all settings carefully 2. Start with the minimum position size 3.
     Click "Deploy Bot" to begin automated trading 4. Monitor performance in your
     dashboard
     <Tip>You can pause or modify your bot at any time from the dashboard.</Tip>
</Accordion>

## Next Steps

Now that you have your first bot running, explore these features:

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Risk Management" icon="shield-check" href="/getting-started/risk-management">
    Set up proper risk controls and position sizing.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Portfolio Dashboard" icon="chart-pie" href="/portfolio/dashboard">
    Monitor all your bots and performance in one place.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Strategy Marketplace" icon="store" href="/marketplace/strategy-marketplace">
    Discover proven strategies from the community.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Trading Wizard" icon="magic-wand" href="/trading-strategies/trading-wizard">
    Get personalized bot recommendations using AI.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Note>
  **Need help?** Join our [Telegram community](https://t.me/nimbustradetg) or
  contact [support](mailto:support@nimbus.trade) for assistance.
</Note>

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