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

# Quickstart

> Create and run your first AI agent in under 3 minutes with Dopamine.

This quickstart walks you through creating a no-code AI agent, testing it, and running it from the Dopamine app.

## Step 1: Create an account

Go to [dopamine.chat/signup](https://dopamine.chat/signup) and sign up for free.

## Step 2: Create an agent

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Builder">
    Click **Builder** in the sidebar to open the [agent builder](https://dopamine.chat/builder).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Describe your agent">
    Type what you want the agent to do. Example:

    ```
    You are a research assistant. When given a topic, search the web and return a concise summary.
    ```
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create">
    Click **Create Agent**. Your agent is ready.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Step 3: Run your agent

Open the agent and type a message in the chat:

```
Research the latest developments in AI agents.
```

The agent will respond with a summary.

<Tip>
  Start with a template from the [Templates](https://dopamine.chat/templates) page to hit the ground running, especially if you want a faster setup.
</Tip>

## What to build next

* [Connect integrations](/integrations) to give your agent access to Gmail, Slack, and more
* [Set up a trigger](/triggers) to run your agent on a schedule or via WhatsApp
* [Build a workflow](/workflows) to chain multiple agents together
* [Try Claw](/claw) for an always-on personal assistant

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