> Markdown version of [Spring Initializr](https://vaadin.com/docs/latest/getting-started/starters/spring-initializr). Section index: [llms.txt](https://vaadin.com/docs/latest/getting-started/llms.txt)

# Spring Initializr

If you are familiar with Spring Boot, you can quickly create a new Vaadin project with **Spring Initializr**:

1. Visit [Spring Initializr](https://start.spring.io).

2. Choose a build tool: *Maven* (recommended in this documentation) or *Gradle*.

3. Select a programming language: *Java* (assumed in this documentation) or *Kotlin*.

4. Add dependencies: include *Vaadin* and any additional dependencies required for your project.

5. Generate the project by clicking **Generate**.