> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.trycortex.ai/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.trycortex.ai/welcome-to-cortex.md).

# Welcome to Cortex

## Overview

**Cortex** is a powerful AI application development platform that allows anyone to create customized AI assistants for themselves or their users. Cortex is built with three design principles in mind:

1. **Personalize**: Create custom AI assistants tailored to each team's unique needs.
2. **Streamline**: Provide a robust environment ready for immediate deployment and scalable growth.
3. **Safeguard**: Maintain an unwavering commitment to data privacy.

If you are a non-developer, look into [Copilot](/fundamentals/copilot.md). If you are a developer, look into [Callable](/fundamentals/callable.md). 

## Get Started

We've put together some helpful guides for you to get setup with our product quickly and easily.

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[Making your first Copilot](/product-guides/making-your-first-copilot.md)
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[Making your first Callable](/product-guides/making-your-first-callable.md)
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## Quick links

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[Understanding Cortex Architecture](/overview/understanding-cortex-architecture.md)
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[Callable](/fundamentals/callable.md)
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