# Manual

Explore the Clan Framework in detail with comprehensive information on specific topics:

- [Include Machines](./include-machines.md): Learn how Clan automatically includes machines and Nix files.

- [Secrets](./secrets.md): Learn how you can manage secrets

- [Inventory](./inventory.md): Access a distributed and editable version of the NixOS module system.

- [Contribute](./contribute.md): Discover how to set up a development environment to contribute to Clan!