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This PDF will cover introductory information on the following topics, to help you get started with the Unreal Engine 4 development process:
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**Further Reading:**
* For in-depth documentation on UE4 features, online documentation is available on the [Unreal Developer Network (UDN)](https://udn.unrealengine.com/docs/ue4/INT/index.html).
* The [UDN](https://udn.unrealengine.com/index.html) also provides a way for you to interface with Epic and ask specific questions about issues you come across. Learn more about the UDN in the [Getting Started with the UDN documentation](https://udn.unrealengine.com/docs/ue4/INT/Support/UDNGettingStarted/index.html). 


## Hardware and Software Requirements

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## Acquiring Unreal Engine

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## Building Unreal Engine from Source

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For instructions on building the engine and creating executables on platforms other than Windows, please see [](Programming/Development/BuildingUnrealEngine).

## Launching the Editor

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## Creating Your First Project

When you open Unreal Editor, the Project Browser will appear. The Project Browser provides a jumping off point from which you can create projects, open your existing projects, or open 
sample content like sample games and Showcases.

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## Compiling Code Projects

If you create a project with the Blank template, or any of the Blueprints Only templates, you can immediately begin working with your project in Unreal Editor.  When working with any game
or engine C++ code, however, you will need to compile your code in order to see any changes reflected in the game.  

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## Unreal Engine Directory Structure

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