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Getting Started: Overview

Welcome to Basin! This section of our documentation is designed to get you up and running with your no-code form backend as quickly and smoothly as possible. Whether you're new to form backends or looking to switch to a simpler solution, you're in the right place.

Our goal is to help you understand the core concepts of Basin, guide you through creating your first form, and show you how to protect it from spam effectively.

What You'll Find in This Section

Here's a roadmap of what we cover in the "Getting Started" guides:

  • Overview (This Page): You are here! This page provides a brief introduction to the Getting Started section and what you can expect to learn.
  • How Basin Works: Get a clear understanding of the fundamental principles behind Basin. Learn how it receives your form submissions, processes them, and makes them available to you and your integrated services.
  • Quickstart: Create Your First Form: This hands-on guide will walk you through the essential steps to set up your first HTML form with Basin in just a few minutes. From creating an endpoint to sending your first test submission.
  • Spam Protection Basics: Learn about the initial layers of spam protection Basin offers and how to begin securing your forms against unwanted submissions right from the start.

Ready to Begin?

We recommend starting with the following:

  1. If you want to dive right in and see Basin in action, head over to the Quickstart: Create Your First Form.
  2. For a conceptual understanding before you build, check out How Basin Works.
  3. If you want to learn more about how Basin's spam protection works, head over to the Spam Protection Basics page.

Once you've covered these basics, you'll be well-equipped to explore more advanced features and integrations Basin has to offer.

Happy building!