# Debian Forge User Guide

*Generated on: 2025-08-23 09:39:21*

## Getting Started

### Installation
1. Clone the repository: `git clone <repository-url>`
2. Navigate to the project directory: `cd debian-forge`
3. Install dependencies: `pip install -r requirements.txt`
4. Initialize the system: `python3 -m debian_forge.init`

### Quick Start
1. **Start the system**: `python3 main.py`
2. **Access web interface**: Open browser to `http://localhost:8080`
3. **Create your first blueprint**: Use the web interface or CLI
4. **Build your first image**: Submit a build request

## User Interface

### Web Interface
- **Dashboard**: System overview and status
- **Blueprint Management**: Create and manage image blueprints
- **Build Management**: Monitor and control build processes
- **User Management**: Manage user accounts and permissions

### Command Line Interface
- **Image Building**: `debian-forge-cli build-image <blueprint>`
- **Blueprint Management**: `debian-forge-cli blueprint <command>`
- **System Status**: `debian-forge-cli status`

## Blueprint Creation

### Basic Blueprint Structure
```json
{
  "name": "debian-server",
  "description": "Debian server image",
  "version": "1.0.0",
  "packages": [
    "openssh-server",
    "nginx",
    "postgresql"
  ],
  "customizations": {
    "user": {
      "name": "admin",
      "password": "secure_password"
    }
  }
}
```

### Debian-Specific Features
- **Package Management**: APT-based package installation
- **Repository Configuration**: Debian repository management
- **Debian Variants**: Support for different Debian flavors

## Image Building

### Build Process
1. **Blueprint Submission**: Submit blueprint to the system
2. **Build Queuing**: Build request enters the queue
3. **Build Execution**: System processes the build request
4. **Image Generation**: OSBuild stages create the final image
5. **Result Delivery**: Download or access the generated image

### Build Types
- **Raw Images**: Direct disk images for virtualization
- **Container Images**: Docker/OCI compatible images
- **Cloud Images**: Cloud provider specific formats
- **Live Images**: Bootable ISO images

## User Management

### User Roles
- **Administrator**: Full system access and control
- **Builder**: Can create and manage blueprints and builds
- **Viewer**: Read-only access to system information

### Authentication
- **User Registration**: Self-service user creation
- **Password Management**: Secure password policies
- **Session Management**: Secure session handling

## Troubleshooting

### Common Issues
- **Build Failures**: Check blueprint syntax and dependencies
- **Authentication Issues**: Verify user credentials and permissions
- **Performance Issues**: Monitor system resources and queue length

### Getting Help
- **System Logs**: Check application logs for errors
- **Documentation**: Refer to technical documentation
- **Community**: Join Debian Forge community forums