# Overview

Welcome to Dyad. Here's how to make the most of it.

Dyad is a free, local open-source AI app builder. It's an alternative to v0, Lovable or Bolt.new, but it runs on your computer, meaning there’s no lock-in.

## What should I read?

If you're a first time user, start with the [quickstart guide](/content/docs/getting-started/quickstart/index.html).

If you're looking to get the most out of Dyad, check out the guides—especially the [chatting guide](/content/docs/guides/chatting/index.html).

Curious about what we're building next? [Roadmap](/content/docs/roadmap/index.html)