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Do you want to create SMAPI mods for Stardew Valley? This guide is for you! ''This guide is about creating SMAPI mods. '''For using mods, see [[Modding:Player Guide]].''' For XNB mods, see [[Modding:Editing XNB files]]. For content packs, see the documentation for the mod you're creating it for.''

; If you're new to programming:: Many many mod developers start with little or no programming experience. You can certainly learn along the way if you're determined, but you should be prepared for a steep learning curve. Don't be too ambitious at first; it's better to start with a small mod when you're figuring it out. It's easy to become overwhelmed at first and give up. The modding community is very welcoming, so don't be afraid to ask questions! If you already have programming experience, you should be fine. Programming experience in C# or Java will make things easier, but it isn't critical. If you're unfamiliar with C#, you can skim through the ''Learning C#'' references below to fill in any gaps.

; If you already have programming experience:===Can I make a mod ''without SMAPI''?===: You should be fineYep. Programming experience in C# or Java will make things easier, but it isnMany SMAPI mods support 't criticalcontent packs', which let you provide JSON text files, images, etc which they use. If For example, youcan use [https://www.nexusmods.com/stardewvalley/mods/1915 Content Patcher] to edit the game're unfamiliar s images and data with C#zero programming needed. The rest of this guide is about creating a new SMAPI mod; for content packs, you can skim through see the documentation for the mod that''Learning C#'' references below to fill in any gapsll read it.