> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.brickspacelab.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.brickspacelab.com/slab/advanced-customizations/getting-started.md).

# Getting started

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**We do not provide support for code customizations**

If you are not comfortable making code changes, we highly recommend [hiring an expert developer](https://github.com/BrickspaceLab/docs/blob/main/slab/support/hire-a-shopify-developer.md).
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Slab is a modular Shopify theme built on theme blocks. It is designed to be developer-friendly and highly customizable out of the box. Slab has a number of helpful features for developers and ai coding agents

* **Modular**: Built entirely on Shopify theme blocks. Mix, match, and extend sections without touching core files.
* **Fast**: Uses progressive enhancement and browser-native features. Core functionality works with minimal JavaScript.
* **Powered by Alpine.js + Tailwind CSS**: Lightweight interactivity and utility-first styling without heavy dependencies.
* **AI-ready**: Includes Cursor rules, commands, and skills for AI-assisted development and code review.

For advanced customizations we recommend installing Slab via GitHub. Fork the theme repository on GitHub before you clone it so you have your own copy and can pull upstream updates.

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[Install from GitHub](/slab/getting-started/installing-slab/installing-from-github.md)
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[Theme architecture](/slab/advanced-customizations/theme-architecture.md)
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[Customizing your theme](/slab/advanced-customizations/making-changes.md)
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[Work with coding agents](/slab/advanced-customizations/working-with-coding-agents.md)
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