> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://codedthemes.gitbook.io/mantis/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://codedthemes.gitbook.io/mantis/apm.md).

# APM Installation Guide

To get started with the Agent Package Manager (APM), follow the instructions below based on your operating system. These steps will configure the environment and install all necessary dependencies.

#### Prerequisites

Before running the installation commands, ensure you have the following installed:

* **Node.js** (LTS version recommended)
* **Git**
* **PowerShell** (for Windows users) or **Terminal** (for Linux/Unix users)

#### 1. Environment Setup

1. Go to the Mantis directory you downloaded and navigate to full-version or seed
2. Download and initialize the APM executable on your system. This set up the core logic required to manage AI agent configurations and skills.

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{% tab title="Windows" %}
Run the following command in your terminal:

```
npm run setup:apm:windows
```

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Run the following command in your terminal:

```
npm run setup:apm:linux
```

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#### Verification

You can verify the installation by running:

```
apm --version
```

#### 2. Package Installation

> **Note:** The authentication token is pre-configured within these scripts, so no manual PAT handling is required.

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{% tab title="Windows" %}
Run the following command in your terminal:

```
npm run install:apm:windows
```

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Run the following command in your terminal:

```
npm run install:apm:linux
```

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