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 # Nix Language
 
 The Nix language is designed for conveniently creating and composing *derivations* – precise descriptions of how contents of existing files are used to derive new files.
-It is:
+
+> **Tip**
+>
+> These pages are written as a reference.
+> If you are learning Nix, nix.dev has a good [introduction to the Nix language](https://nix.dev/tutorials/nix-language).
+
+The language is:
 
 - *domain-specific*