# Build faster with Stud, from first prompt to shipped update.

This docs hub gives you everything: setup, tool behavior, permission controls, and Roblox Studio workflows. Use it as both a first-day guide and an everyday reference.

[Start in 5 minutes](/content/docs/getting-started/index.html) [Browse tools](/content/docs/tools/index.html)

Time to first run

~5 min

Roblox toolset

27+ tools

Control model

Permission-first

## Choose your guide

Jump directly to what you need right now, then come back to fill in the rest. Each guide is written to be practical, not theoretical.

[**Getting Started** \
Install Stud, connect your model provider, and run your first session in under five minutes.\
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- Requirements and setup\
- Plugin installation\
- First prompt walkthrough](/content/docs/getting-started/index.html) [**Tools Reference** \
Understand every core tool: read, write, edit, search, shell execution, and subagent workflows.\
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- Tool-by-tool examples\
- Parameters and outputs\
- When to use each tool](/content/docs/tools/index.html) [**Permissions** \
Learn how approvals work so you can keep full control over file edits, commands, and Studio actions.\
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- Allow once vs always\
- Safe defaults\
- Session best practices](/content/docs/permissions/index.html) [**Roblox Integration** \
Go deep with 27+ Studio-aware tools for scripts, instances, DataStores, and Toolbox workflows.\
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- Studio plugin connection\
- Roblox tool families\
- Real-world command examples](/content/docs/roblox/index.html)

## Fast track to productive sessions

1

### Install and launch

Clone the repo, install dependencies, and start Stud in your project directory.

[Setup guide](/content/docs/getting-started/index.html)

2

### Learn your core tools

Master Read, Edit, Glob, Grep, and Bash so your prompts translate into precise execution.

[Tools reference](/content/docs/tools/index.html)

3

### Tune permissions

Configure approval behavior for safer automation and smoother day-to-day sessions.

[Permission model](/content/docs/permissions/index.html)

4

### Connect Roblox Studio

Enable the plugin and unlock script edits, instance actions, DataStore access, and toolbox flows.

[Roblox docs](/content/docs/roblox/index.html)

## Copy-ready essentials

### Install

```
git clone https://github.com/stud-ai/stud.git
cd stud
bun install
```

### Set API key

```
export ANTHROPIC_API_KEY="your-api-key"
```

### Start session

```
bun run start
```

## What you can ask Stud

Strong prompts combine intent, constraints, and expected output. These examples are a solid starting point for common workflows.

### Explore a codebase

Use this when onboarding to an unfamiliar project.

- Map this project structure and summarize each directory.
- Find where authentication is implemented and explain the flow.
- List every API endpoint and show where each is used.

### Implement features

Guide Stud with intent, constraints, and expected output.

- Add a cooldown system for abilities and include tests.
- Create a reusable health bar component with mobile support.
- Refactor this module for readability without changing behavior.

### Ship Roblox updates

Blend CLI code edits with Studio-side operations.

- Create a round manager in ServerScriptService and wire RemoteEvents.
- Search Toolbox for a medieval village set and insert top two results.
- Inspect DataStore key user_123 and add migration logic if needed.

## Frequently asked questions

**Do I need Roblox Studio to use Stud?**  
No. Stud works as a general coding assistant for any project. Roblox Studio is only required if you want the Studio-specific tools.

**Does Stud run actions without me?**  
Stud asks for approval before sensitive actions like writes, shell commands, and Studio mutations. You stay in control of every session.

**Can I use different model providers?**  
Yes. Stud is model-flexible. Configure your provider key and settings, then choose the model workflow that fits your task and budget.

**What should I include in a great prompt?**  
Describe the goal, constraints, and acceptance criteria. Add context like file paths, expected behavior, and whether tests should be updated.

## Ready to build with Stud?

Start with the setup guide, then move into tools and Roblox integration. Keep this page bookmarked as your docs command center.

[Open setup guide](/content/docs/getting-started/index.html) [Explore Roblox docs](/content/docs/roblox/index.html)