> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.erathos.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.erathos.com/introduction/quickstart.md).

# Quickstart

There are two main actions required to configure the Erathos platform effectively:

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### Connect your data sources

Erathos can seamlessly connect to various data sources, including **SaaS platforms** (via APIs) and **databases**.

Pipelines define how the Extract and Load (EL) process is executed. You can configure the frequency and method of updates, as well as select the specific tables or endpoints to sync.
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### Connect to your Data warehouse

Connect to the Data Warehouse that will serve as the destination for Erathos integrations.
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## 1. Connect your data sources

To connect to a data source, navigate to **Connections** and select **+ New connection**.

Choose the relevant connector (if you're unsure, refer to the [connector's documentation page](/connectors/apis.md) for guidance) and enter your credentials.

Finally, create the jobs that will define the data movement routines, setting up the frequency and method of synchronization.

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## 2. Connect to your Data warehouse

To connect to your Data Warehouse, navigate to **Settings > Data Warehouse** in Erathos and select your desired option.

Erathos supports integration with several major Data Warehouses, including:

* [**BigQuery**](/destinations/what-is-a-destination/bigquery.md)
* [**PostgreSQL**](/destinations/what-is-a-destination/postgresql.md)
* [**Redshift**](/destinations/what-is-a-destination/redshift.md)
* [**Databricks**](/destinations/what-is-a-destination/databricks.md)

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If you dont have a Google BigQuery, we can host for you. Referer to [Hosted by Erathos](/destinations/what-is-a-destination/bigquery/hosted-by-erathos.md)
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