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Added new architecture (new intro section, abbreviated previous collector intro page, added im directory) and hidden pages (what is the collector and choose a distribution) with content coming soon.

  • I have read and followed the Contributing docs, especially the "First-time contributing?" section.
  • This PR has content that I did not fully write myself.
  • I have the experience and knowledge necessary to understand, review, and validate all content in this PR.1

Changes for Issue: #8794
reopen of: #9373

Added a new Introduction Section:

  • Copied content from _index.md of Collector
  • Redid Collector page based on other OTel page updates (shorter length, connections to only distributions/
  • Removed unused links from Collector main page
  • Validated links for introduction sections
    Added img folder:
  • Added img folder for image moved into introduction directory
    Added two hidden pages:
  • Added "What is the Collector" Page, pending content (confirming)
  • Added "Choosing a Distribution" Page, pending content (confirming)
  • Both of these pages are linked in the introduction _index.md, but these can be removed if we are waiting on content
    Moved Architecture and Quick Start:
  • These are both now under Introduction. Links can be added within paragraphs for better navigation

Let me know if there is anything else needed.


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  1. Yes, I can answer maintainer questions about the content of this PR, without using AI.

sophia-solo and others added 3 commits March 9, 2026 19:42
…s collector intro page, added im directory) and hidden pages (what is the collector and choose a distribution) with content coming soon.
…s collector intro page, added im directory) and hidden pages (what is the collector and choose a distribution) with content coming soon.
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Thanks @sophiesage! I'll give this a thorough review after KubeCon!

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