> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://bmsvieira.gitbook.io/nova-irc/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://bmsvieira.gitbook.io/nova-irc/get-started/how-to-install.md).

# How to Install

Installing **Nova IRC** is quick and easy. Follow these steps to get started:

#### 1️⃣ Install via npm

Run the following command in your project directory:

```sh
npm install nova-irc
```

#### 2️⃣ Import and Initialize

Require the library and create a new instance of the IRC client:

```js
const nova = require('nova-irc');
const bot = new nova ();
```

Now you're ready to connect to an IRC server and start building your bot! 🚀