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Getting Started

Welcome to Venue.sh, your all-in-one developer portal! This document will guide you through the process of setting up and customizing your portal, covering key topics, tutorials, and best practices.

Connecting Your Portal to Git​

To get started with Venue.sh, you need to connect it to your preferred code versioning solution. This allows you to manage your repositories and track changes in real time. Follow these steps:

  1. Log in to your Venue.sh dashboard and open Connections from the sidebar.
  2. Follow the Git Connections instructions to link your account.

Configuring Plugins​

Venue.sh has a rich ecosystem of plugins that can enhance your portal's functionality.

To configure plugins, follow these steps:

  1. Navigate to the Plugins page in your Venue.sh dashboard.
  2. Click on or search for the plugin you want to enable.
  3. Follow the installation instructions for each plugin.

See Plugins for more detailed instructions.

Importing Repositories​

Once you've set up your Git integration and Plugins, it's time to import your projects. This allows you to customize metadata such as Team ownership, descriptions, tags and more for each repository.

  1. Navigate to Imports in the sidebar.
  2. Select a Git provider you want to import from.
  3. Select the repositories you want to import.
  4. Customize the project metadata as desired.

See Importing Repos for more detailed instructions.

Next Steps​

Congratulations! You've completed the getting started guide for Venue.sh. Now that you have a solid foundation, here are some next steps to take:

  • Create your first template - Kickstart your self-service journey through templates.
  • Learn how to navigate - Use the global shortcut and sidebar to move quickly between pages.
  • Configure SSO - If your organization uses single sign-on, see SSO.