---
title: Docs
permalink: /docs/
layout: page
---

## Basics

Modpol is built around groups called *orgs*. At the base is an org with all users in it, called `Root` by default. *Modules* enable people to do things within orgs, such as decide on membership, grant powers to the org, and much more. To get started in Minetest:

* Type the command `/mp`
* Select the org `Root`
* Choose one of its modules to make new orgs and craft their behavior

Modules can be nested in each other, so one module can rely on another module to accomplish a process. Users might use a module to unilaterally carry out actions in the game, or the module might require a group decision to do so. Users can also change the modules available to users of a given org. There are currently two ways of doing this:

* Admins can remove modules from the list of modules loaded in `modpol_core/api.lua` and `modpol_minetest/api.lua`. This will make those modules no longer available to any user.
* Players can change the modules available in a given org from within the program using the `Change modules` module. Removed modules can be re-added in any org by using `Change modules` again.

Modpol should give you the ability to do whatever kind of politics you want with your modules. If there is something you would like to do that is not available, [develop a module for it](https://gitlab.com/medlabboulder/modpol/-/wikis/Module-Writing-Guide) (or ask us for help!).

## Developers

Developer documentation is currently located at the [repo wiki on GitLab](https://gitlab.com/medlabboulder/modpol/-/wikis/home).