Zero→Claw
The beginner-friendly guide to OpenClaw. Go from “what even is this lobster thing?” to running AI agents like a pro.
Your learning path
The Molt Journey
Lobsters grow by molting — shedding their shell to make room for a bigger one. Each stage of your journey is a molt, and you'll come out bigger every time.
Your journey begins in the deep
The Hatchling
Discover what OpenClaw is, choose your AI model, and get your first agent running. No experience required.
Explore and discover your tools
The Juvenile
Connect messaging platforms, install ClawHub skills, and start using OpenClaw for real daily tasks.
Armor up and take control
The Crawler
Master the Lobster workflow engine, chain capabilities together, and lock down your security.
Build and share with the world
The Alpha
Build custom skills, publish to ClawHub, and self-host on your own hardware for 24/7 availability.
Command the deep
The Lobster Lord
Multi-instance deployments, enterprise security patterns, and teaching the next generation of users.
Why Zero2Claw
Not just docs. A journey.
Structured learning path
Five stages from absolute beginner to expert. No guessing what to learn next, no drowning in docs. Just follow the molts.
Security woven in
Not an afterthought. Every stage teaches security practices appropriate to your level.
Hands-on challenges
Every chapter ends with something you actually do. Real tasks, real results, real learning.
Fun first, boring never
Technical writing doesn't have to put you to sleep. We keep things light, celebratory, and honest about when things get tricky.
OpenClaw by the numbers
GitHub Stars
ClawHub Skills
Platforms
To Get Started
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your first molt?
No prior experience needed. No credit card required. Just curiosity and a willingness to grow.
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