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+# Simple Base dApp Example
+
+A minimal decentralized application (dApp) that connects to a wallet on the Base testnet using [ethers.js](https://docs.ethers.org/).
+
+## Usage
+1. Open `index.html` in your browser.
+2. Click **"Connect Wallet"**.
+3. Approve MetaMask connection.
+4. You’ll see your wallet address and the connected network.
+
+> Built for educational purposes — safe to include in examples.