Phase 1: Quick Start

💡 Goal: Complete installation and have a successful conversation within 30 minutes

🎯 Phase Objectives

• Successfully install OpenCode without errors
• Configure network connectivity (important for users in China)
• Complete your first "Hello World" conversation

⏳ Estimated Time

25 ~ 45 minutes

🚀 Before You Start

• A computer with internet access (Windows / macOS / Linux)
• A terminal application (recommended: WezTerm / iTerm2 / Windows Terminal)
• A cup of water ☕

📚 Lessons in This Phase

Lesson	Content	Duration
1.1 What is OpenCode	Understand what OpenCode can do	3 min
1.2 Installation	One-click local installation	5 min
↳ 1.2a Alternative Methods	npm, Homebrew, Docker, etc.	5 min
↳ 1.2b Troubleshooting	Installation issue resolution	10 min
1.3 Network Config	Essential for users in China	10 min
1.4 Connect Models	Send your first message	10 min
1.5 Auto Update	OpenCode updates automatically by default	5 min

🎒 What You'll Gain

After completing this phase, you will:

1. Run the opencode command in your terminal
2. Have network configured (or choose a China-accessible model)
3. Have your first conversation with AI

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Ready? Start the first lesson →