The Bitcoin lightning network is a second layer atop Bitcoin that allows for trustless instant settlement and cheap transactions. There are many ways to interact with lightning, like custodial/non-custodial mobile apps, but to gain the full benefits you may want to set up and manage your own lightning node. This tutorial will help you through the process of managing a lightning node via your Umbrel or myNode device.

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Relevant learning material/prerequisites:

Getting Started (Bitcoin basics) Playlist
   • Getting Started  

Umbrel Tutorial
   • Umbrel: How To Run A Bitcoin Node - P...  

Mobile Lightning Wallets Tutorials
   • Lightning Wallets  

Lightning Network Visualization
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