# What is AutoMinter?

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**The Basics:** If you are new to the world of crypto and NFTs, start by reading [the fundamentals](https://github.com/AutoMinter/autominter-docs/blob/main/broken-reference/README.md) for an introduction to concepts like "*minting*" and "*blockchains*".
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AutoMinter is a tool for creating NFT collections (*Like "Bored Ape Yacht Club" and "CryptoPunks"*)

With AutoMinter, you can generate large NFT collections by uploading image layers, allowing people to mint your NFTs and sell them on secondary marketplaces like OpenSea.

## Getting Started

**Got 5 minutes?** Check out a video overview of our product:

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AutoMinter Product Demo
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### Quick Start: Jump right in

Follow our handy guides to get started on the basics as quickly as possible:

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[quick-start](https://docs.autominter.com/getting-started/quick-start)
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### Fundamentals: Core NFT Concepts

Learn the fundamentals of NFTs to get a deeper understanding of our main concepts:

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[what-are-nfts](https://docs.autominter.com/fundamentals/what-are-nfts)
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[what-is-minting](https://docs.autominter.com/fundamentals/what-is-minting)
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[ethereum-vs-polygon](https://docs.autominter.com/fundamentals/ethereum-vs-polygon)
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**Join the Discord:** For help on all things NFT. Join the AutoMinter discord and be part of the growing community of NFT creators [here](https://discord.gg/qDTfyZFn9h)
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