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+Getting Started & ecosystem links
diff --git a/doc/source/getting_started/installation.rst b/doc/source/getting_started/installation.rst
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 Install the package
 -------------------
 
+.. note::
+
+   These instructions assume you are familiar
+   with ``pip`` and the command line. If you are new to them, you should read
+   the `Python Packaging User Guide Tutorial on pip <https://packaging.python.org/en/latest/tutorials/installing-packages/>_`
+   before proceeding.
+
 The latest ``ansys.mechanical.core`` package supports Python 3.10 through
 Python 3.14 on Windows, Linux, and Mac.
 
diff --git a/doc/source/getting_started/troubleshooting.rst b/doc/source/getting_started/troubleshooting.rst
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@@ -111,3 +111,14 @@ VPN issues
 Sometimes, Mechanical has issues starting when VPN software is running. For more information,
 see the `Mechanical Users Guide`_
 in the Ansys Help.
+
+Ansys developer ecosystem resources
+-----------------------------------
+
+Ansys has an extensive developer ecosystem where you can find assistance for a variety of issues.
+
+- `Developer Portal <https://developer.ansys.com/>`_: Blog posts, documentation, and guide
+  - `Developer Forum <https://discuss.ansys.com/>`_: Scripting and usage support for PyAnsys and other Ansys developer tools
+- `Ansys Innovation Space <https://innovationspace.ansys.com/>`_: Product support forum and training materials
+- `GitHub <https://github.com/ansys/pymechanical>`_: Development support, bug reporting, feature requests, and more.
+- `Ansys Learning Hub <https://learninghub.ansys.com/>`_: Training, courses and learning plans