# Getting Started

If you want to learn how to run a tellor node, validator, and/or reporter, you are in the right place!

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[bridging-trb](https://docs.tellor.io/tellor/bridging-trb)
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[node-setup-quick-start](https://docs.tellor.io/tellor/running-tellor/node-setup-quick-start)
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[node-setup](https://docs.tellor.io/tellor/running-tellor/node-setup)
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[run-a-layer-validator](https://docs.tellor.io/tellor/running-tellor/run-a-layer-validator)
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[run-the-data-reporter](https://docs.tellor.io/tellor/running-tellor/run-the-data-reporter)
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Taking the time to run a practice valiator on palmito testnet before running a mainnet validator is highly recommended!
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{% hint style="success" %} <mark style="color:orange;">**Note:**</mark> *This is a guide for setting up a Tellor public testnet validator / reporter. Care is taken to provide info on the tools being used, but testers should be comfortable with running experimental code via command line interface. A beginner’s understanding of the cosmos SDK is highly recommended!*
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{% hint style="info" %} <mark style="color:orange;">**Disclaimer:**</mark> participation as a Validator and / or Reporter involves using experimental software. If used in a mainnet context, the commands in this documentation WILL have consequences for real funds. Proceed with caution and ensure that you understand the responsibilities and risks associated with participation.
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