# Getting Started

Welcome to PythonBPF! This section will help you get started with writing eBPF programs in Python.

## What You'll Learn

In this section, you'll learn how to:

1. **Install PythonBPF** - Set up your development environment with all necessary dependencies
2. **Write Your First Program** - Create a simple BPF program to understand the basics
3. **Understand Core Concepts** - Learn about decorators, compilation, and program structure

## Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have:

* A Linux system (eBPF requires Linux kernel 4.15+)
* Python 3.10 or higher
* Root or sudo access (required for loading BPF programs)

## Next Steps

After completing the getting started guide, you can:

* Explore the {doc}`../user-guide/index` for detailed information on features
* Check out the {doc}`../api/index`
* Browse the [examples directory](https://github.com/pythonbpf/Python-BPF/tree/master/examples) and the [BCC examples directory](https://github.com/pythonbpf/Python-BPF/tree/master/BCC-Examples)

## Need Help?

If you encounter any issues:

* Check the [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/pythonbpf/Python-BPF/issues) for known problems
* Review the [README](https://github.com/pythonbpf/Python-BPF/blob/master/README.md) for additional information
* Reach out to the maintainers: [@r41k0u](https://github.com/r41k0u) and [@varun-r-mallya](https://github.com/varun-r-mallya)