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

# The Basics

### Learn the basics of Subgrounds:

This is a good starting point for those with little to no understanding of data science and analytics. This section will help you understand what Subgrounds is, how it works and the benefits it can have for your data needs.

### Explore:

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[What is Subgrounds?](/playgrounds-docs/subgrounds/the-basics/what-is-subgrounds.md)
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[Motivation](/playgrounds-docs/subgrounds/the-basics/motivation.md)
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[Why use Subgrounds?](/playgrounds-docs/subgrounds/the-basics/why-use-subgrounds.md)
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[How does Subgrounds work?](/playgrounds-docs/subgrounds/the-basics/how-does-subgrounds-work.md)
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[Use Cases](/playgrounds-docs/subgrounds/the-basics/use-cases.md)
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