Getting Started

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KDE's source code is available in several ways:

• Anonymous SVN Quickstart Guide
• Using Subversion with KDE A more in depth look at accessing KDE source code with subversion, including the repository layout and working with revisions and patches.
• Browse Code Online
• Daily Snapshots

Getting the Source

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There are different KDE branches. For production use, a stable version of KDE is recommended.

• KDE 4 (Development version, trunk)
• KDE 3.5 (Stable version)
• Other versions and FAQ

Building KDE

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After KDE has been built, you'll want a good way to launch apps and perform your regular development tasks:

• Increased Productivity in KDE4 with Scripts
• Starting a KDE4 Environment and Applications

Setting up the Environment