What breaks without openclaw quickstart tutorial
Zero-to-running gap. Wrong config order. First bot never fires.
→
First working bot × beginner-friendly walkthrough ÷ 20-minute setup ÷ no missing steps = confidence on day one.
Security check — openclaw quickstart tutorial
Privacy score: 7/10 — accesses connected platform APIs only.
Lock it: review OAuth scopes before install, confirm All platforms; Node.js ≥18 required compatibility.
Quick start — openclaw quickstart tutorial in 20–30 minutes
Setup time: 20–30 minutes
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You need:
- Node.js ≥18
- npm
- any messaging platform account (Telegram recommended for beginners)
Install the package:
npm install -g openclaw
openclaw init my-first-bot
cd my-first-bot && npm install
1
Install OpenClaw CLI globally
2
Scaffold a new project with openclaw init
4
Set up a Telegram bot token via BotFather
6
Run npm start and send a test message
Compatibility & status
Works with: All platforms; Node.js ≥18 required
beginner
Last updated: Sep 2025
MIT
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FAQ — openclaw quickstart tutorial
Which platform should I use for my first bot?
Telegram — it has the simplest bot setup process (BotFather) and the best developer experience.
Is this guide in English?
This specific document is in Chinese. The official quick-start at openclaw.dev/docs/quickstart is in English.
What's the next step after this guide?
See the intermediate tutorial on plugin development.