Where to start

Starting out with N2 CMS can be a daunting task given the wealth of options available. There is also a learning cost associated with grasping a largely code-based integration approach.

What to download first

Pick WebForms Templates Starter Kit if you are looking for...

• ...a number of features in a box
• ...a beaten path to follow
• ...a number of ready-made themes to use
• ...a sample integrating with the templates project

Pick Simple VB Example or Simple C# Example if you want...

• ...greater control over the solution
• ...the minimal amount of code to get something working
• ...exapmle code in Visual Basic or C#

Pick MVC Templates when you need...

• ...greater control over the solution
• ...to use ASP.NET MVC
• ...full control over outputted HTML
• ...to cut the edge

Pick Source Code if you're...

• ...really really curious
• ...after the whole source code
• ...after building or fixing the source
• ...looking for the MVC minimal example
• ...in need of other versions of NHibernate or Castle

Pick Upgrade pack if you just want to upgrade the content engine and the edit interface of an existing site to the latest version.

All of these packages are available from the download page.

What to do next

• Look through the documentation.
• Visit the forum.
• Copy the Visual Studio Templates and the Snippets to your visual studio project folder.
• Read Howto: N2 CMS Install