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Getting Started with EVerest
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We provide several entry points for a fast start with EVerest.
Whether you want to do a software-based simulation or start
working with existing hardware, you will find your way here.

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   .. grid-item-card:: 🧩 Get started in Software
      :link: get-started-sw
      :link-type: doc

      A big advantage of EVerest is the ability to simulate
      complete EV charging stations in software without the need
      for any hardware. This guide will help you to install EVerest
      on your development machine and get started with a software-based
      simulation.

   .. grid-item-card:: ⚙️ Get started with Hardware
      :link: get-started-hw
      :link-type: doc

      Want to get EVerest running on real hardware right away?
      This guide presents several options to get started with existing
      hardware components. You will find the right approach for your
      specific use case here.

   .. grid-item-card:: 🔌 EVerest APIs
      :link: /explanation/adapt-everest/apis
      :link-type: doc

      Learn about the APIs provided by EVerest that help you integrating
      EVerest into your system and adapting it to your needs.

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    get-started-sw
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