# Introduction
**guidebook** is a fast, HonKit/GitBook-compatible static site generator written in Rust.
## Why guidebook?
- **Fast** - Built with Rust for maximum performance
- **Simple** - One binary, no dependencies
- **Compatible** - Drop-in replacement for HonKit/GitBook
- **Self-updating** - Update with `guidebook update`
## Quick Example
```bash
# Install
# Initialize a new book
guidebook init my-book
cd my-book
# Preview your book
guidebook serve
# Build for production
guidebook build
```
## Getting Started
Ready to start? Head over to the [Installation](installation.md) guide.
## Cloud Hosting
Deploy your documentation with [Guidebook Cloud](https://guidebook.dev) for automatic deployments on push.