bitcoin-basics.md

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# Bitcoin Basics

If you are new to Bitcoin development, we recommend exploring the resources listed in this section. While not an absolute prerequisite, going over these guides will provide a clearer understanding of key concepts and make it easier to begin developing sCrypt smart contracts.

If you are already familiar with the basics of Bitcoin, you can skip ahead to the [How to Write a Contract section](../how-to-write-a-contract/how-to-write-a-contract.md).

## Useful Resources for Learning Bitcoin Fundamentals

If you want to learn more about the fundamentals of Bitcoin, consider exploring the following resources:
- [BSV Academy - Bitcoin Theory](https://bitcoinsv.academy/course/bitcoin-theory)
- [BSV Academy - Bitcoin Essentials](https://bitcoinsv.academy/bitcoin-essentials)
- [Satolearn](https://www.satolearn.com/overview)
- [BSV Wiki](https://wiki.bitcoinsv.io/index.php/Main_Page)