June 22, 2026 · 3 min read
Installing OpenClaw: A First-Timer's Guide
A clear, no-jargon walkthrough of getting OpenClaw running from scratch — prerequisites, installation, your first channel, and the first thing to do once it works.
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Practical guides on installing, extending, and maintaining OpenClaw — from first install to choosing skills and staying current with releases.
June 22, 2026 · 3 min read
A clear, no-jargon walkthrough of getting OpenClaw running from scratch — prerequisites, installation, your first channel, and the first thing to do once it works.
June 22, 2026 · 4 min read
Connect OpenClaw to your Home Assistant setup and control it by text — change lighting scenes, check smart lock status, and adjust the thermostat from miles away over WhatsApp.
June 20, 2026 · 2 min read
Skills are what turn OpenClaw from a chatbot into an assistant. Here's how to choose the first few without drowning in a catalogue of hundreds.
June 18, 2026 · 2 min read
OpenClaw ships stable releases almost weekly. Here's why that cadence is a feature, what tends to change, and how to stay current without breaking your setup.