Merge pull request #595 from input-output-hk/olgahryniuk-patch-99

Add a note about delegation for regular users
input-output-hk · Apr 11, 2024 · ca19ebb · ca19ebb · github-actions · Apr 11, 2024
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diff --git a/docs/02-new-to-cardano/07-how-to-purchase-ada.mdx b/docs/02-new-to-cardano/07-how-to-purchase-ada.mdx
diff --git a/docs/02-new-to-cardano/10-what-is-a-smart-contract.mdx b/docs/02-new-to-cardano/10-what-is-a-smart-contract.mdx
@@ -13,13 +13,13 @@ Cardano introduced smart contract support in 2021. As a multi-functional
 environment, Cardano now supports the development and deployment of smart
 contracts using different programming languages. Here are some examples:
 
-- [Plutus](/smart-contracts/plutus/learn-about-plutus/) — a purpose-built smart contract development and execution
+- [Plutus](https://plutus.readthedocs.io/en/latest/) — a purpose-built smart contract development and execution
   platform. Plutus contracts consist of parts that run on the blockchain
   (on-chain code) and parts that run on a user’s machine (off-chain or client
   code). Plutus draws from modern language research to provide a safe,
   full-stack programming environment based on Haskell, the leading functional
   programming language.
-- [Marlowe](/smart-contracts/marlowe/) — a domain-specific language (DSL) for writing and executing
+- [Marlowe](https://docs.marlowe.iohk.io/docs/introduction) — a domain-specific language (DSL) for writing and executing
   financial contracts that allows building contracts visually as well as in more
   traditional code. Financial institutions can use it to develop and deploy
   custom instruments for their customers and clients, for example. The Marlowe

diff --git a/docs/02-new-to-cardano/index.mdx b/docs/02-new-to-cardano/index.mdx
@@ -8,6 +8,5 @@ The understanding of basic concepts plays an integral role in getting acquainted
 with blockchain and [Cardano](https://cardano.org/) in particular. In this
 section, we start our journey with basic concepts such as the notion of
 blockchain, understanding
-consensus, and what is a
-cryptocurrency. You will also find out about various types of wallets and tracking tools, and understand why smart
-contracts matter. 
+proof of stake, and what is a
+cryptocurrency. You will also find out about various types of wallets and tracking tools, and learn about the delegation options. 
diff --git a/docs/03-learn/04-delegation.mdx b/docs/03-learn/04-delegation.mdx
@@ -25,6 +25,12 @@ There are three options ada holders can consider for delegating their stake:
 2. Agree with a third party to run a private stake pool for them
 3. Delegate to other stake pools.
 
+:::note
+
+If you are not familiar with Cardano CLI or stake pool operations, see [delegation tips here.](/new-to-cardano/how-to-delegate)
+
+:::
+
 ## Stake delegation requirements
 
 Delegating stake requires posting two certificates to the chain: a staking
@@ -79,7 +85,6 @@ Related topics:
 
 - [Operating a stake pool](https://developers.cardano.org/docs/operate-a-stake-pool/)
 - [Advice for stakeholders - delegators and stake pool operators](https://iohk.io/en/blog/posts/2020/11/13/the-general-perspective-on-staking-in-cardano/)
-- [How to stake your ada](https://www.essentialcardano.io/infographic/how-to-stake-your-ada)
 
 :::
 
diff --git a/docs/04-explore-cardano/03-cardano-architecture.mdx b/docs/04-explore-cardano/03-cardano-architecture.mdx
@@ -23,7 +23,7 @@ combinations of components):
 - [Cardano db-sync](https://github.com/input-output-hk/cardano-db-sync)
 - [GraphQL](https://github.com/input-output-hk/cardano-graphql) API server
   (Apollo)
-- [SMASH server](https://github.com/IntersectMBO/cardano-db-sync/tree/master/cardano-smash-server)
+- [SMASH server](https://github.com/IntersectMBO/cardano-db-sync/tree/master/cardano-smash-server).
 
 ## Nodes and remote nodes