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Bitcoin Core is an [open source](https://opensource.org/) project which maintains and releases Bitcoin client software called "Bitcoin Core".

It is a direct descendant of the original Bitcoin software client released by Satoshi Nakamoto after he published the famous [Bitcoin whitepaper](/bitcoin.pdf).
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Is Satoshi Nakamoto confirmed to be singular male, i.e. "he"?

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I believe he presented this way. Yes. And I can probably find that reference, if it's important. But I would politely suggest that since 'he' wasn't a change I submitted, perhaps that's not germane to the PR?


Bitcoin Core consists of both "full-node" software for fully validating the blockchain as well as a bitcoin wallet. The project also currently maintains related software such as the cryptography library [libsecp256k1](https://github.com/bitcoin/secp256k1) and others located at [GitHub](https://github.com/bitcoin).
## Our Mission
Bitcoin Core supports the creation of a sustainable Bitcoin ecosystem by providing code and resources to the Bitcoin environment. Working together, Bitcoin Core, and its users, form the most ambitious and successful investment in the deployment of blockchain technology.
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Hmm, this reads to me like a strong, but empty (as in no meaning) statement with buzzwords such as "blockchain technology", that are commonly associated with ICOs.

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You're not incorrect. I'm happy to add additional meaning, but that gets political. In my experience, less is more on these things. The target demographic is not the highly specialized. And, I would suggest that the intent here is to convey the existence of a purpose, to those who can't read the code, and who would be inclined towards cynicism.


Anyone can [contribute to Bitcoin Core](/en/contribute/).

## Getting Started
Bitcoin Core consists of both "full-node" software for fully validating the blockchain as well as a bitcoin wallet. The project also currently maintains related software such as the cryptography library [libsecp256k1](https://github.com/bitcoin/secp256k1) and others located at [GitHub](https://github.com/bitcoin).
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I wouldn't call this section "Getting started"

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Sure. I can change that. any suggestions? Here's a few: "Our Software", "To Learn More", "Additional Projects", "Additional Repositories",... (need more?)