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 ## How to Self-Host
 
-### Step 1: Fork the Repository
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-**Important:** Start by forking this repository by clicking the "Fork" button at the top right of this page. This creates your own copy of the repository under your GitHub account.
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-> **Note:** Ensure you have an editor, git, npm, and Docker (if you're not setting up manually) installed on your system.
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 There are several ways to self-host Sim Studio:
 
 ### Option 1: Docker Environment (Recommended)