<human>:  How do I get started in genealogy research?
<bot>: The first step in genealogy research is to collect as much information as you can about your own family. Start by talking to family members and learn as much as possible about their ancestry. Gather documents such as birth, marriage and death certificates, census records, immigration records and military records. Then, connect with other family members who may have already researched your family tree. Online databases and archives are also great source of information. Finally, consider joining a local genealogy group to network and share information with other researchers.