# Guides

Welcome to the MyCirrus API Guides! This is the best place to get started using the API, you can learn the basics with the Quickstart guide, and then explore more advanced topics in the Core Concepts section.

You can then dive deeper into specific features useing the API Reference section.

## Quickstart

Start your journey by following our Quickstart guide. This guide will help you set up your environment and make your first request in minutes.

- [Quickstart Guide](/guides/quickstart)


## Core Concepts

Explore the features and capabilities of the MyCirrus API with our Core Concepts guides. These guides cover essential topics to help you understand how to effectively use the API.

Authentication
Learn how to authenticate with the MyCirrus API using API keys.

Compression
Understand how to use compression to optimize API responses.

Rate Limits
Discover the rate limits in place to prevent abuse and how to handle them.

## Conclusion

Once you've completed the guides, you're ready to start building with the MyCirrus API! For more detailed information on specific endpoints and data structures, be sure to check out the [API Reference](/apis) section.