> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.patcher.xyz/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.patcher.xyz/getting-started/readme.md).

# Overview

Patcher is the digital twin workspace for Eurorack musicians.

Use it to browse modules, build a collection, plan racks, capture patches, keep notes close, and share work on your terms.

![Patcher home page showing the module browser, saved racks, and public profile surfaces](https://3088580304-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FcQrjY7IwlfJfBxmxznK0%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-59354ba0bba522b6d5ff11d33684e01bda56af5d%2Fpatcher-home.jpg?alt=media)

*The Patcher home page — public browsing on one side, signed-in workspace on the other.*

## Start here

Patcher rewards a simple ladder:

1. Browse the public [Modules](/core-workflows/modules.md) database.
2. Add the modules you own to your [Collection](/core-workflows/collection.md).
3. Build [Racks](/core-workflows/racks.md) from that collection.
4. Capture [Patches](/core-workflows/patches.md) so routing, notes, and recall live together.
5. Share selected work — or keep it private — through [Public Profiles](/core-workflows/public-profiles.md) and per-item toggles.

For a walk-through of a first useful session, see [Quick start](/getting-started/quick-start.md).

## What Patcher is good at

* **Building a module library** that stays useful once planning starts.
* **Turning your collection into working racks** before you move hardware around.
* **Capturing patches while they are still fresh**, with modules, routing, and notes in one place.
* **Keeping public browsing open** so modules, racks, and patches stay easy to explore.
* **Letting you share selectively** through public racks, public patches, and public profiles.

## Public Open API

Patcher also ships a key-required Public Open API, live at `api.patcher.xyz`, for reading catalogue data — modules, manufacturers, standards, and tags. There is no anonymous access, and it does not yet cover public patches, public racks, panel images, or pricing. See [Public Open API](/reference/public-open-api.md) for endpoints and examples.

## Guided reading

* [What is Patcher?](/getting-started/what-is-this.md)
* [Quick start](/getting-started/quick-start.md)
* [Core Workflows](/core-workflows/learn-patcher.xyz.md)
* [User Area](/core-workflows/user-area.md)
* [Public Profiles](/core-workflows/public-profiles.md)
* [Account and Privacy](/core-workflows/account-and-privacy.md)
* [Modular Glossary](/reference/modular-glossary.md)

## Project and support

* [Project Overview](/project/overview.md)
* [FAQ](/project/the-project.md)
* [Contact / Help / Community](/project/contact-us-help-community.md)
* [Support and Status](/project/support-and-status.md)

## Useful links

* [Open Patcher](https://patcher.xyz/)
* [Discord community](https://discord.gg/JNy2HTb5ru)
* [GitHub project](https://github.com/Polyterative/Patcher)
* [Status page](https://patcher.statuspage.io/)
* [Public Open API](/reference/public-open-api.md)

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*Patcher v6.5.2 — for what is shipping and what is next, see* [*Development status*](/project/development-status.md)*.*