# dlc-intro
A gentle introduction to Discreet Log Contracts (DLCs) on Bitcoin

They offer a way to implement financial smart contracts on Bitcoin and what is more I believe they could also be used directly via Lightning channels.

Outline: 

First we need go through some [Eliptic Curve Cryptography Basics](ecc101.md). Then we tackle [Schnorr Signature Scheme](./schnorr.md) and finally explain [Discreet Log Contracts](./dlc.md).

You might want to check out the [FAQ](./faq.md) as well.