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

# Quick Start Guide

> Start using Skill Factory EAD in just a few minutes

## First steps on the platform

This guide will help you get started quickly on Skill Factory EAD, whether you are a student, teacher, or administrator.

<Note>
  Don't have access yet? Contact your institution's administrator or visit [skillfactory.com.br](https://skillfactory.com.br)
</Note>

## Step 1: Log in

### Email and password login

1. Access the platform through the link provided by your institution
2. Enter your registered **email**
3. Type your **password**
4. Click **Log in**

<Tip>
  On your first login, you may need to reset your password if it was created by the administrator
</Tip>

<Card title="First login" icon="door-open" href="/en/first-login">
  See the complete guide on login and initial setup
</Card>

## Step 2: Explore your dashboard

After logging in, you will be directed to your area based on your role:

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Student">
    ### Your student dashboard

    You will see:

    * **Enrolled courses** - Quick access to your courses
    * **Overall progress** - How much you have completed
    * **Next lessons** - Continue where you left off
    * **Ranking** - Your position among students
    * **Achievements** - Badges and points earned

    <Steps>
      <Step title="Explore your courses">
        Click "My Courses" in the sidebar to see all available courses
      </Step>

      <Step title="Watch a lesson">
        Choose a course and click the first lesson to start
      </Step>

      <Step title="Test your knowledge">
        After watching lessons, take the available quizzes
      </Step>

      <Step title="Use the AI assistant">
        Ask questions using the smart assistant
      </Step>
    </Steps>

    [See full student guide →](/en/students/dashboard)
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Teacher">
    ### Your teacher dashboard

    You will see:

    * **Your courses** - Courses you created or manage
    * **Active students** - How many students are engaged
    * **Pending tasks** - Questions to grade, pending items
    * **Analytics** - Overall student performance

    <Steps>
      <Step title="Create your first course">
        Go to "Courses" → "Create new course"
      </Step>

      <Step title="Add modules">
        Organize content into thematic modules
      </Step>

      <Step title="Set up lessons">
        Add videos, texts, and supporting materials
      </Step>

      <Step title="Create quizzes">
        Build assessments to test knowledge
      </Step>
    </Steps>

    [See full teacher guide →](/en/teachers/overview)
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Administrator">
    ### Your admin dashboard

    You will see:

    * **Platform overview** - Active users, courses, engagement
    * **Member management** - Add, edit, remove users
    * **Settings** - Customization and integrations
    * **Billing** - Plans and payments

    <Steps>
      <Step title="Configure appearance">
        Customize colors, logo, and domain
      </Step>

      <Step title="Add members">
        Import users or create invitations
      </Step>

      <Step title="Set up integrations">
        Connect video and payment services
      </Step>

      <Step title="Monitor analytics">
        Track metrics and performance
      </Step>
    </Steps>

    [See full admin guide →](/en/admin/overview)
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

## Step 3: Discover key features

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="AI Assistant" icon="robot" href="/en/students/ai-assistant">
    Smart assistant for answering questions and analyzing documents
  </Card>

  <Card title="Community" icon="comments" href="/en/addons/community">
    Chat rooms to interact with students and teachers
  </Card>

  <Card title="Gamification" icon="trophy" href="/en/addons/gamification">
    Earn points, badges, and compete in rankings
  </Card>

  <Card title="Certificates" icon="certificate" href="/en/students/certificates">
    Receive certificates upon course completion
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Tips to get the most out of it

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="bell" title="Enable notifications">
    Allow browser notifications to receive alerts about:

    * New available lessons
    * Community messages
    * Quiz deadlines
    * Unlocked achievements
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="mobile" title="Access from any device">
    The platform is responsive and works on:

    * Desktop and laptop
    * Smartphones (iOS and Android)
    * Tablets

    You can install it as an app on your phone for quick access.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="palette" title="Choose your theme">
    Prefer dark or light mode? Configure it in your profile settings for a more comfortable experience.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="keyboard" title="Use shortcuts">
    Navigate faster with keyboard shortcuts:

    * `Esc` - Close modals and dialogs
    * `Ctrl/Cmd + K` - Quick search (when available)
    * Arrow keys ← → - Navigate between lessons
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Help resources

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Full documentation" icon="book" href="/en/index">
    Explore all available guides and tutorials
  </Card>

  <Card title="Support" icon="headset" href="mailto:skillfactoryead@gmail.com">
    Contact our support team
  </Card>

  <Card title="AI Assistant" icon="robot" href="/en/students/ai-assistant">
    Ask questions using the smart assistant
  </Card>

  <Card title="Community" icon="users" href="/en/addons/community">
    Interact with other platform users
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Next steps

Now that you know the basics, explore the role-specific guides:

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card title="Student Guide" icon="graduation-cap" href="/en/students/dashboard">
    Learn how to access courses, take quizzes, and track your progress
  </Card>

  <Card title="Teacher Guide" icon="chalkboard-user" href="/en/teachers/overview">
    Learn how to create courses, manage lessons, and evaluate students
  </Card>

  <Card title="Admin Guide" icon="users-gear" href="/en/admin/overview">
    Configure the platform and manage all operations
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Note>
  **Tip:** Bookmark this page for quick access whenever you need it!
</Note>