# Guides
Use this section as the shortest path from local setup to stable CI checks.
## Recommended path
1. Install and verify the CLI: [Installation](getting-started/installation)
2. Create and run a first test: [First Test](getting-started/first-test)
3. Learn `.gctf` structure: [Basic Concepts](getting-started/basic-concepts)
4. Use command details when needed: [CLI Reference](reference/api/command-line)
5. Fix common failures fast: [Troubleshooting](troubleshooting)
## Quick links by task
- CLI flags and commands: [Command Line](reference/api/command-line)
- `.gctf` format rules: [Test File Format](reference/api/test-files)
- One section per page: [Section Reference](reference/sections/)
- Assertion language and helpers: [Assertions](reference/api/assertions)
- Output for CI systems: [Report Formats](reference/api/report-formats)