> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://shardstarter-io.gitbook.io/shardstarter/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://shardstarter-io.gitbook.io/shardstarter/overview.md). # Overview Our project structure is designed to be flexible and accommodate projects at any stage of development, from onboarding to launch. The process starts with candidate selection and project review, followed by advisory support in areas such as protocol mechanics, tokenomics, and other essential aspects. Our team then helps with writing crucial documents such as investment decks, marketing narratives, and distributional tokenomics. Once the groundwork is done, projects are introduced to the ShardDAO for evaluation and voting by the members. If approved, initial funding rounds start and our team provides support in building their communities. Upon completion of initial fundraising, projects enter the ShardStarter Ecosystem and their token generation event is announced. $SHMX stakers can then choose to participate in the launch, with investment levels determined by their staking tier (Amber, Chrome, Jade & Topaz). Our relationship with launched projects continues with regular check-ins and support calls to ensure continued guidance and support from the ShardStarter team. ShardStarter aims to stand out from conventional launchpad models by leveraging the unique features of the EVM-based Layer 1 network, Shardeum. The team behind Shardeum is dedicated to paving new paths, both technologically and culturally within the ecosystem. As a launchpad, ShardStarter incubates, accelerates, and launches projects, but with a focus on promoting integrity and authenticity among teams and the community. The ultimate goal is to launch dApps that align with Shardeum's values and contribute to the network's growth and the wider global community. With the Shardeum network nearing its mainnet launch, ShardStarter aspires to match this success with the launch of dApps and the people they serve, both in the cryptocurrency and non-cryptocurrency space. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://shardstarter-io.gitbook.io/shardstarter/overview.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.