> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://token-engineering-commons.gitbook.io/tec-handbook/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://token-engineering-commons.gitbook.io/tec-handbook/archive/archived-content/smart-contract-layer-and-tools.md).

# Smart Contract Layer & Tools

This layer involves decision making and access to govern smart contracts;  votes are held to configure, upgrade or change smart contracts and parameters of the token economy.