Getting Started

This section provides an overview over the capabilities of the Contao Open Source CMS and should help new developers with getting their web application project started with Contao more easily.

• Initial Setup

  Setting up Contao for your custom web application.

• Core Concepts

  An overview on the possibilities of customizing & extending Contao.

• Starting your Development

  Short introduction on how to start your development within Contao.

• Adjusting the DCA

  Creating your first DCA adjustment.

• Changing Translations

  Changing label translations for specific languages.

• Implementing Hooks

  Implementing your first Hooks in Contao.

• Content Elements & Modules

  Providing your application with custom made content elements and modules.

• Creating an Extension

  How to create a re-usable extension for Contao.