> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://global-game-jam.gitbook.io/ggj-manual/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://global-game-jam.gitbook.io/ggj-manual/test-group.md).

# The Basics

- [Dear first-time Site Organisers](https://global-game-jam.gitbook.io/ggj-manual/test-group/scope-how-big-do-you-want-your-ggj-to-be.md): Set up a reasonable goal at the beginning of your jam preparation.
- [Get your team together](https://global-game-jam.gitbook.io/ggj-manual/test-group/get-your-team-together.md): It is dangerous to go alone! Choose a number of trusted friends and volunteers to work with you on your GGJ adventure.
- [The Essentials](https://global-game-jam.gitbook.io/ggj-manual/test-group/the-essentials.md): The very basics of getting a game jam up and running are actually quite simple. Make sure you have these things in place before thinking about the additional pieces.
- [Venue](https://global-game-jam.gitbook.io/ggj-manual/test-group/venue.md): What to think about when choosing your venue. How to approach institutions and companies to ask for help with space.
- [Online Game Jam](https://global-game-jam.gitbook.io/ggj-manual/test-group/venue/online-game-jam.md)
- [Sample Venue Request Letter](https://global-game-jam.gitbook.io/ggj-manual/test-group/venue/sample-venue-request-letter.md): Need a template to request a venue for your Global Game Jam site? This sample letter provides a clear and concise approach to securing the perfect space for your event.
- [Global Game Jam informational one-pager](https://global-game-jam.gitbook.io/ggj-manual/test-group/venue/global-game-jam-informational-one-pager.md): Ready to dive into a whirlwind of creativity and collaboration? The Global Game Jam is your chance to join thousands of developers worldwide in a 48-hour game-making marathon.
- [Submitting a site application](https://global-game-jam.gitbook.io/ggj-manual/test-group/submitting-a-site-application-to-ggj.md): How to submit and application to run a jam on the GGJ website.
- [Guide to using Slack](https://global-game-jam.gitbook.io/ggj-manual/test-group/guide-to-using-slack.md): Need some help getting Slack to work for you? Here is all the information you need!
- [Checklist : The Basics](https://global-game-jam.gitbook.io/ggj-manual/test-group/untitled.md)