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integrate quick start into 'creating a basic mod'
If you're not familiar with Visual Studio 2017 (on Windows/Mac) or MonoDevelop (on Linux), [[Modding:IDE reference]] explains how to do the important stuff you need for this guide.
==Creating a basic mod=====Quick start===The rest of this page will help you create a mod. If you're experienced enough to skip the tutorial, here's a quick summary of what this page will walk you throughsection:{{collapse|expand for quick start|content= 
# Create an empty C# class library project.
# Target .NET Framework 4.5, 4.5.1, or 4.5.2 for best compatibility.
# Create a [[#Add your manifest|<tt>manifest.json</tt> file]] which describes your mod for SMAPI.
# Create [[#Release your mod|a zip file containing the mod files]] for release.
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===Create the project===
A SMAPI mod is a compiled library (DLL) with an entry method that gets called by SMAPI, so let's set that up.
