> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://rasa.com/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Get Started with Rasa

> Options for getting started with Rasa, including the browser prototype, developer quickstart, MCP tools, Python, and Docker.

Choose how you want to get started with Rasa.

## Try Rasa

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  <Card title="Try in your browser" icon="play" href="https://hello.rasa.com/?utm_source=docs&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=docs_cta">
    Prototype an agent in minutes using natural language. No setup required.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Try locally" icon="terminal" href="/docs/learn/quickstart/pro">
    Install Rasa Pro, connect MCP tools to your IDE, and build your first agent with prompts.
  </Card>
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## Requirements

Regardless of installation method, you will need:

* **Rasa License Key** — request a free Developer Edition key [here](https://rasa.com/rasa-pro-developer-edition-license-key-request/). Read more about [licensing](/docs/pro/installation/licensing).
* **LLM Provider API Key** — not needed for the [tutorial](/docs/pro/tutorial), but required for your own projects. See [supported LLM providers](/docs/reference/config/components/llm-configuration).

## Installation options

### [Developer Quickstart](/docs/learn/quickstart/pro)

Fastest path: license, install, MCP tools, and your first agent in one go.

### [Rasa MCP Tools](/docs/pro/installation/rasa-mcp-tools)

What the MCP tools are, how they work, and detailed setup for each IDE (Cursor, VS Code, Claude Code, JetBrains).

### [Python](/docs/pro/installation/python)

Best for developers already comfortable with Python and pip/uv.

### [Docker](/docs/pro/installation/docker)

Best for those who prefer a containerized approach.