# Getting Started

There are **two primary options** for developing using KRNL:

* Our Command-Line Interface (CLI)
* Local development environment

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Both options support the complete smart contract development workflow for utilizing the KRNL Protocol.

For additional help and resources, [join our community](https://discord.gg/krnl-labs).


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