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-# bounties
+# Livepeer Bounties
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+Welcome to the Livepeer Software Bounties program! [Livepeer](https://livepeer.org/) is a decentralized community dedicated to building the world's open video infrastructure. We're excited to invite you to contribute and earn rewards for your efforts. Visit the [issues tab](https://github.com/livepeer/bounties/issues?q=is%3Aopen+is%3Aissue+no%3Aassignee) to find community-requested tasks with rewards for completion. Several entities within the Livepeer ecosystem offer bounties, including:
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+- The [AI SPE](https://explorer.livepeer.org/treasury/42084921863832634370966409987770520882792921083596034115019946998721416745190): A special purpose entity focused on AI jobs in the Livepeer network. Their bounties are labeled [AI](https://github.com/livepeer/bounties/issues?q=is%3Aopen+is%3Aissue+no%3Aassignee+label%3AAI) and funded by the Livepeer [treasury](https://dune.com/dob/livepeer-treasury).
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+> [!TIP]
+> In addition to these software bounties, the Livepeer ecosystem also offers grants for larger tasks and projects. You can find more information about the grants program [here](https://livepeer.org/grants). For security researchers, we also have a bug bounty program detailed [here](https://immunefi.com/bug-bounty/livepeer/).
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+## Areas of Contribution
+
+You can contribute in various areas within the Livepeer project:
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+- **Development**: Contribute by building new features, fixing bugs, and improving the software or protocol.
+- **Testing**: Ensure software quality by testing new features, identifying bugs, and verifying functionality.
+- **Optimization**: Improve software performance by enhancing speed, efficiency, and resource usage.
+- **Documentation**: Enhance user experience by improving guides, creating comprehensive documentation, and clarifying complex concepts.
+- **Research**: Investigate problems, solutions, and technologies relevant to Livepeer's ecosystem and share your findings.
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+If you're a beginner, contributing to the Livepeer documentation is a great way to get started. Issues labeled [good first issue](https://github.com/livepeer/bounties/issues?q=is%3Aopen+is%3Aissue+no%3Aassignee+label%3A%22good+first+issue%22+) are beginner-friendly.
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+## Steps to Apply
+
+1. **Find an Open Bounty**: Browse the open issues labeled [bounty](https://github.com/livepeer/bounties/labels/bounty). Use this filter: [is:open is:issue no:assignee label:bounty](https://github.com/livepeer/bounties/issues?q=is%3Aopen+is%3Aissue+no%3Aassignee+label%3Abounty).
+2. **Express Your Interest**: Comment on the issue to indicate your interest and explain why you're the ideal candidate for the task.
+3. **Wait for Review**: Our team will review expressions of interest and select the best candidate.
+4. **Get Assigned**: If selected, we'll assign the GitHub issue to you.
+5. **Start Working**: Dive into your task! If you need assistance or guidance, comment on the issue or join the discussions in the [#🛋│developer-lounge](https://discord.com/channels/423160867534929930/1051963444598943784) channel on our Discord server.
+6. **Submit Your Work**: Create a pull request in the relevant repository and request a review.
+7. **Notify Us**: Comment on the GitHub issue when your pull request is ready for review.
+8. **Receive Your Bounty**: Once your pull request is approved, we'll arrange the bounty payment.
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+Thank you for your interest in contributing to Livepeer! We appreciate your support and look forward to your contributions 💛.
+
+## FAQ
+
+<details>
+<summary>Show FAQ</summary>
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+- **Will I receive any support while working on a bounty?**\
+   Absolutely! We're committed to providing all the necessary information and resources you need to successfully complete the task. If you need further assistance or have any questions, feel free to comment on the issue or reach out in the [#🛋│developer-lounge](https://discord.com/channels/423160867534929930/1051963444598943784) channel on our Discord server.
+- **What currency will I receive the bounty in?**\
+   Bounties are paid in Livepeer's native token, LPT.
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+</details>