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   just the logo being visible
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..     <style media="screen" type="text/css">
..       h1 {display:none;}
..     </style>

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.. .. image:: https://github.com/Autostronomy/AstroPhot/blob/main/media/AP_logo.png?raw=true
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..    :target: https://github.com/Autostronomy/AstroPhot


.. Important::
    If you use AstroPhot for a project that leads to a publication,
    whether directly or as a dependency of another package, please
    include a :doc:`citation <citation>`.


Getting Started
===============

AstroPhot is a fast, flexible, and automated astronomical image modelling tool for precise parallel multi-wavelength photometry.
Its pythonic design allows for fast startup and provides flexibility to explore new ideas and support advanced users.
It was written by `Connor Stone <https://connorjstone.com/>`_ .

To install AstroPhot, use pip:

.. code-block:: bash

    pip install astrophot

Check out the tutorials to learn how to use AstroPhot :doc:`tutorials/index`

If you run into any problems, please submit an issue on the `GitHub page <https://github.com/Autostronomy/AstroPhot>`_ or just email me.


.. note::

    Like much astronomy software, AstroPhot is an evolving package.
    I try to keep the API stable and consistent, however I will make
    changes to the interface if it considerably improves things
    going forward. Please contact connorstone628@gmail.com if you experience
    issues. If you would like to be notified of major changes send an email
    with the subject line "ASTROPHOT MAILING LIST".