# Core Concepts

The key terms behind how Cirra connects your tools, learns your work, and automates the routine.

These concepts explain how Cirra connects your tools, learns how your work gets done, and handles the repetitive parts.

## Task

A [task](/docs/cirra/cirra-concepts/cirra-what-is-a-task) is a conversation with Cirra focused on a specific piece of work.

## App

An [app](/docs/cirra/cirra-concepts/cirra-what-is-an-app) is a software tool Cirra can work with, such as Gmail, Slack, HubSpot, Google Sheets, or Notion.

## Connection

A [connection](/docs/cirra/cirra-concepts/cirra-what-is-a-connection) gives Cirra secure access to an app.

## Automation

An [automation](/docs/cirra/cirra-concepts/cirra-what-is-an-automation) is routine work Cirra runs without you starting it manually. [Schedules and triggers](/docs/cirra/cirra-concepts/cirra-schedules-vs-triggers) are the two main automation types.

## Skill

A [skill](/docs/cirra/cirra-concepts/cirra-what-is-a-skill) is reusable knowledge Cirra can apply later.

## Workflow

A [workflow](/docs/cirra/cirra-concepts/cirra-what-is-a-workflow) is a structured process that runs the same way each time.

## Next steps

- [Your First Task](/docs/cirra/cirra-getting-started/cirra-your-first-task)
- [Connect Your First App](/docs/cirra/cirra-tutorials/cirra-connect-your-first-app)