> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.factory.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Overview

> Spin-up instant, cloud-hosted templates that mirror your local dev setup. No install required

Cloud templates let you code **anywhere** without the “works on my machine” dance. Each template is a pre-configured environment that lives in the cloud, boots in seconds and can be customized to run setup commands.

## Why use cloud templates?

| Benefit           | What it means for you                                                                                  |
| ----------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **Zero setup**    | Open a session and start coding; no local installs or VM juggling.                                     |
| **Consistency**   | Every teammate (and CI job) runs the *exact* same environment.                                         |
| **Speed**         | Heavy builds run on powerful cloud CPUs; your laptop fan stays silent.                                 |
| **Isolation**     | Experiments live in disposable templates, keeping your local machine clean.                            |
| **Collaboration** | Share a template link; reviewers jump into the *live* environment with code and ports already running. |

## Get Started

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  <Card title="1 · Create a Template" icon="rocket" href="/web/machine-connection/cloud-templates/installation-and-usage">
    Use the **Settings → Cloud Templates** page to spin up a new cloud template from your repository.
  </Card>

  <Card title="2 · Add setup script" icon="toolbox" href="/web/machine-connection/cloud-templates/setup-script">
    Configure a setup script to run during template creation.
  </Card>

  <Card title="3 · Follow Best Practices" icon="lightbulb" href="/web/machine-connection/cloud-templates/best-practices">
    Optimize performance, cost, and team workflows with proven tips.
  </Card>

  <Card title="4 · Troubleshoot Like a Pro" icon="bug" href="/web/machine-connection/cloud-templates/troubleshooting">
    Quickly resolve provisioning, connection issues.
  </Card>
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### More to Explore

* [**Installation & Usage** – step-by-step setup guide](/web/machine-connection/cloud-templates/installation-and-usage)

* [**Best Practices** – performance, cost, collaboration](/web/machine-connection/cloud-templates/best-practices)

* [**Troubleshooting** – common fixes & FAQs](/web/machine-connection/cloud-templates/troubleshooting)

Ready? Head to **Settings → Cloud Templates** and launch your first cloud template. Happy coding!