> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://adamdavidlong.gitbook.io/lawsnap-guide-to-smart-contracts/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://adamdavidlong.gitbook.io/lawsnap-guide-to-smart-contracts/people/companies/chainlink.md).

# Chainlink

Chainlink is a distributed oracle network that helps ensure that smart contracts can obtain reliable and accurate data.

## Deep dive by Chainlink God and Crytpo Oracle

link to podcast summary 

## The God Protocol

link to summary of paper

[Completing The God Protocols: A Comprehensive Overview of Chainlink in 2021](https://smartcontentpublication.medium.com/completing-the-god-protocols-a-comprehensive-overview-of-chainlink-in-2021-746220a0e45)