> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.tellor.io/tellor/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.tellor.io/tellor/running-tellor/getting_started.md).

# Getting Started

Instructions and guides for using tellor.

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](/tellor/bridging-trb.md)
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[Node Setup Quick Start](/tellor/running-tellor/node-setup-quick-start.md)
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[Node Setup Manual](/tellor/running-tellor/node-setup.md)
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[Run a Tellor Validator](/tellor/running-tellor/run-a-layer-validator.md)
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[Run a Data Reporter](/tellor/running-tellor/run-the-data-reporter.md)
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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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