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Hello and welcome to the official documentation for Botanix, the first fully decentralized Bitcoin-based blockchain!

Whether you're new to blockchain technology, an experienced developer, or someone looking to contribute to the network infrastructure, this documentation will guide you through everything you need to know about Botanix.

Your Journey Starts Here

If you're completely new to Botanix, our User Tutorials section is the perfect starting point. Here you'll learn how to set up your first wallet, bridge assets to the network, and start exploring the Bitcoin Economy that Botanix enables. These step-by-step guides will have you up and running in no time, regardless of your technical background.

For those wanting to understand what makes Botanix special, the Get to Know Botanix section dives deep into the core concepts that power our network. You'll discover how the Spiderchain protocol works, understand our unique approach to Bitcoin scaling, and explore our roadmap for the future. This section bridges the gap between basic usage and technical implementation.

Developers ready to start building will find everything they need in our Build dApps section. From setting up your development environment to deploying smart contracts on the Botanix EVM, this comprehensive guide covers all the tools, frameworks, and resources you'll need to create innovative applications on our network.

If you're interested in supporting the network infrastructure, the Run a Node section provides detailed instructions for setting up and maintaining both federation and RPC nodes. Running a node is a crucial way to contribute to Botanix's decentralization and security.

Finally, the About Botanix Labs section introduces you to the team behind the network. Learn about our mission, meet the people building the future of Bitcoin, and understand the vision driving Botanix forward.

What Makes Botanix Different

Botanix represents a breakthrough in blockchain technology by combining Bitcoin's legendary security with Ethereum's smart contract capabilities. Through the innovative Spiderchain protocol, we've created a network that doesn't compromise on either security or functionality. This isn't just another layer-2 solution – it's a fundamental reimagining of what's possible when you build on Bitcoin's foundation.

Ready to Explore?

Each section of this documentation builds naturally on the others, but you're free to jump to whatever interests you most. New users should start with the tutorials, curious minds should explore our concepts section, developers can dive straight into building, and infrastructure enthusiasts can head to the node operation guides.

This documentation evolves continuously based on community feedback and network updates. If you have questions, suggestions, or just want to connect with other Botanix users and developers, don't hesitate to join our community discussions.

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