> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://roba-labs.gitbook.io/roba-labs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://roba-labs.gitbook.io/roba-labs/roba-the-open-robotics-development-platform/challenges-the-roba-talent-and-asset-ecosystem/getting-started.md).

# Getting Started

Ready to join the ROBA ecosystem? Here's your pathway:

**For Learners**

1. **Join the Community:** Connect on [**Discord**](https://discord.gg/9d37SDRYaG) and follow [**@roba\_labs**](https://x.com/Roba_Labs) on X
2. **Complete Onboarding:** Start with the fundamentals quest to earn first credentials
3. **Choose Your Path:** Select course-aligned modules or gamified challenges
4. **Build Your Profile:** Accumulate badges, certificates, and reputation
5. **Convert & Advance:** Transition to Builders Track or leverage credentials for career opportunities

**For Builders**

1. **Start with Basics:** Complete confidence-building challenges to learn the platform
2. **Progress to Proto:** Experiment with portfolio-building challenges
3. **Join the Marketplace:** Begin earning royalties from your contributions in ROBA Creator Hub
4. **Advance Your Career:** Target enterprise or research challenges for maximum impact
5. **Lead the Community:** Mentor others and influence platform development

**Enterprise Partners**

* **Sponsor Challenges:** Design competitions around your specific technical needs
* **Access Talent:** Connect with verified developers through our matchmaking service
* **Pilot Solutions:** Test winning submissions in real-world environments
* **Co-develop Assets:** Collaborate with top performers on production-ready solutions

The future of robotics is collaborative, open, and rewarding. Join thousands of developers, researchers, and companies building the next generation of intelligent robots through ROBA Challenges.

**Ready to start building?** Visit [ROBA Creator Hub](https://www.robalabs.com/creator-hub) to browse active challenges and begin your robotics journey.