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 # Programming with Bitcoin Core and Lightning
 ## (Or: Programming Bitcoind and Lightningd)
 
-_This is a tutorial for working with Bitcoin (and Lightning) that teaches direct interact with the severs themselves, as the most robust and secure way to begin cryptocurrency work._
+_This is a tutorial for working with Bitcoin (and Lightning) that teaches direct interaction with the servers themselves, as the most robust and secure way to begin cryptocurrency work._
 
 > NOTE: This is a draft in progress, so that I can get some feedback from early reviewers. It is not yet ready for use.