Getting Started

Pick a path based on how you want to start.

How do you want to start?

Try It Now (Cloud)

No installation required. Use Expanso Cloud to deploy your first pipeline in 5-10 minutes.

1. Sign up for a free account
2. Create a network and deploy a node
3. Build a pipeline in the visual builder
4. See data flowing immediately

Start with Cloud →

Learn Locally

Install on your machine. Build and test pipelines before deploying anywhere.

1. Install Expanso Edge
2. Run your first pipeline from the terminal
3. Transform and route real data
4. Deploy to cloud when ready

Start Locally →

Not sure which to pick?

Pick Cloud if you want to see results fast with no setup. Pick Local if you want to understand how pipelines work before deploying.

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Want to understand the concepts first?

Read about architecture, pipelines, components, and edge processing before diving into hands-on tutorials. Takes about 20 minutes.

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After Getting Started

Goal	Where to go
Explore 200+ inputs, processors, and outputs	Components
See real-world pipeline patterns	Use Cases
Download and run ready-made pipelines	Examples
Master data transformations	Bloblang Guide
Deploy a local pipeline to cloud	Deploy to Cloud

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Need Help?

• FAQ - Common questions and answers
• Troubleshooting - Solutions to common issues
• Testing & Debugging - Debug pipelines step by step
• Support: [email protected]