> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.caterpillarproject.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.caterpillarproject.org/master.md).

# Introduction

## Welcome to the documentation for Caterpillar.

Here you can find information pertaining to the following:

* Historical design and implementation decisions.
* Data products.
* How to obtain access.
* Basic data manipulation using public tools.
* Authorship policies.

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 The status of The Caterpillar Project is now effectively **Public.**
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If you require any help or support, head to the [community Slack channel](https://caterpillarproject.slack.com).