Dave Harding

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Dave Harding is a Bitcoin developer and the primary author of Bitcoin Optech, the widely-read weekly newsletter covering technical Bitcoin and Lightning Network development. He has contributed extensively to Bitcoin documentation including the Bitcoin Developer Guide and has a deep understanding of Bitcoin scripting, protocol upgrades, and Layer 2 technology. Harding is considered one of the most knowledgeable technical communicators in the Bitcoin ecosystem.

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Role: Author, Bitcoin Optech Newsletter
Focus: Bitcoin technical development, Lightning Network, protocol upgrades, developer education
Twitter: https://twitter.com/hrdng
Known For: Primary author of Bitcoin Optech weekly newsletter; contributor to Bitcoin Developer Guide and documentation
Nationality: American
Organization: Bitcoin Optech
Twitter Handle: hrdng

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