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+# Example ZetaChain contracts
+
+## Overview
+
+Welcome to the ZetaChain example contracts repository! This collection of smart
+contract projects is written using Hardhat and Solidity, specifically for the
+ZetaChain blockchain. Each project showcases different functionalities and use
+cases that can be implemented on the ZetaChain platform.
+
+These example contracts cover various aspects of ZetaChain development,
+including token contracts, smart contract testing, and deploying contracts to a
+ZetaChain network.
+
+Our goal is to provide helpful resources to get you started with building dApps
+on the ZetaChain blockchain. If you have any questions or feedback, please feel
+free to open an issue or submit a pull request. Happy coding!
+
+## Tutorials
+
+If you are new to ZetaChain and would like to learn how to use these example
+contracts, check out [the tutorial section in our
+documentation](https://www.zetachain.com/docs/developers/overview/). The
+tutorials provide step-by-step instructions on setting up your development
+environment, deploying contracts, and interacting with the ZetaChain network.
+
+## Contributing
+
+Contributions to this repository are welcome! If you have an example project or
+an improvement to an existing one, please fork the repository, create a new
+branch, make your changes, and submit a pull request.
+
+## Disclaimer
+
+These example projects are provided for educational purposes only. They are not
+intended for use in production environments without thorough review, security
+audits, and customization to meet specific requirements. Use them at your own
+risk.
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