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<h1 align="left">Prysm: An Ethereum Consensus Implementation Written in Go</h1>
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## 📖 Overview
This is the core repository for Prysm, a [Golang](https://golang.org/) implementation of the [Ethereum Consensus](https://ethereum.org/en/developers/docs/consensus-mechanisms/#proof-of-stake) [specification](https://github.com/ethereum/consensus-specs), developed by [Offchain Labs](https://www.offchainlabs.com).
See the [Changelog](https://github.com/OffchainLabs/prysm/releases) for details of the latest releases and upcoming breaking changes.
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## 🚀 Getting Started
A detailed set of installation and usage instructions as well as breakdowns of each individual component are available in the **[official documentation portal](https://docs.prylabs.network)**.
💬 **Need help?** Join our **[Discord Community](https://discord.gg/prysm)** for support.
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## 🏆 Staking on Mainnet
To participate in staking, you can join the **[official Ethereum launchpad](https://launchpad.ethereum.org)**. The launchpad is the **only recommended** way to become a validator on mainnet.
🔍 Explore validator rewards/penalties:
- **[beaconcha.in](https://beaconcha.in)**
- **[beaconscan](https://beaconscan.com)**
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## 🤝 Contributing
### 🔥 Branches
Prysm maintains two permanent branches:
- **[`master`](https://github.com/OffchainLabs/prysm/tree/master)** - This points to the latest stable release. It is ideal for most users.
- **[`develop`](https://github.com/OffchainLabs/prysm/tree/develop)** - This is used for development and contains the latest PRs. Developers should base their PRs on this branch.
### 🛠 Contribution Guide
Want to get involved? Check out our **[Contribution Guide](https://docs.prylabs.network/docs/contribute/contribution-guidelines/)** to learn more!
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## 📜 License
[![License: GPL v3](https://img.shields.io/badge/License-GPLv3-blue.svg)](https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.en.html)
This project is licensed under the **GNU General Public License v3.0**.
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## ⚖️ Legal Disclaimer
📜 [Terms of Use](/TERMS_OF_SERVICE.md)