> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://polymarks.gitbook.io/polymarks-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://polymarks.gitbook.io/polymarks-docs/getting-started/quick-start.md).

# Quick Start

Get PolyMarks running locally in 5 minutes.

## Prerequisites

* Node.js 18+ installed
* npm or yarn
* Helius API key (free tier available)

## Installation Steps

### 1. Clone the Repository

```bash
git clone https://github.com/lloydfonterra/polymarks.git
cd polymarks
```

### 2. Install Dependencies

```bash
npm install
```

### 3. Environment Variables

Create a `.env.local` file in the root directory:

```env
# Helius RPC (for Solana wallet tracking)
NEXT_PUBLIC_HELIUS_API_KEY=your_helius_key_here

# Polymarket API (no key needed, public)
NEXT_PUBLIC_POLYMARKET_API_URL=https://gamma-api.polymarket.com
```

Get your free Helius API key: <https://helius.dev>

### 4. Run Development Server

```bash
npm run dev
```

Open <http://localhost:3000> in your browser.

## What's Next?

* Explore the [Features Overview](/polymarks-docs/getting-started/features.md)
* Learn about the [Architecture](/polymarks-docs/technical-documentation/architecture.md)
* Deploy to [Production](https://github.com/lloydfonterra/polymarks/blob/main/docs/deployment/production.md)