> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.afx.xyz/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.afx.xyz/about-afx/core-contributors.md). # Core contributors The growth of AFX has been supported by a wide range of experienced native crypto participants operating in the industry since 2018. The collective experience of these contributors ranges from DeFi, to centralised exchanges, fiat on-ramps, and traditional finance. Perpetual DEXes represent one of the most actively developing sectors in crypto. This is why AFX was built from the ground up: to deliver a comprehensive and highly rewarding trading experience for traders who want to join and grow alongside a novel protocol from its earliest stages. The decision to build a dedicated decentralized Layer 1 with a native order book DEX was informed by the observed limitations of existing L1s in areas such as business models, scalability, and security. AFX's users play an important role in shaping the platform's development.. Core contributors engage with traders daily, actively reviewing suggestions and feedback. You are welcome to join the [Discord Server](https://discord.com/invite/mUeDkWYENJ). AFX is fully self-funded and remains free from external investor pressure regarding product direction or scaling decisions. --- # 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: ``` GET https://docs.afx.xyz/about-afx/core-contributors.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. 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.