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 The `stable` branch may have hotfixes directly from the `stable` branch, and the `twilight` branch may have feature branches branched off from the `twilight` branch. This is done so that we can apply hotfixes like security patches directly to the `stable` branch without having to merge the changes from the `twilight` branch.
 
+# Local Development Setup
+
+Before you set up your local development environment, **read our [Building Guidelines](https://docs.zen-browser.app/guides/building)**. Skipping them can lead to avoidable build errors.
+
 # Code Of Conduct
 
 Please read our [Code of Conduct](../CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md) before contributing.