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

# Overview

Use this section when you already know what object you need to inspect: a table property, a controller or broker endpoint, a plugin matrix, or a release note. Reference pages stay dense and exact. If you want task-oriented guidance first, start in [Build with Pinot](/build-with-pinot/build-with-pinot.md).

## Reference areas

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[Configuration reference](/reference/configuration-reference.md)
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[API reference](/reference/api-reference.md)
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[Plugin reference](/reference/plugin-reference.md)
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[Release notes](/reference/release-notes.md)
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## What this page covered

This page defined the role of the reference section and split it into configuration, API, plugin, and release-note material.

## Next step

Open the reference area that matches the exact detail you need, such as [Configuration reference](/reference/configuration-reference.md) or [API reference](/reference/api-reference.md).

## Related pages

* [Build with Pinot](/build-with-pinot/build-with-pinot.md)
* [Querying & SQL](/build-with-pinot/querying-and-sql.md)
* [Release notes](/reference/release-notes.md)


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