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 Void is the open-source Cursor alternative.
 
-This repo contains the full sourcecode for Void. We are currently in [open beta](https://voideditor.com/email) for Discord members (see the `announcements` channel), with a waitlist for our official release. If you're new, welcome!
+This repo contains the full sourcecode for Void. If you're new, welcome!
 
 - 👋 [Discord](https://discord.gg/RSNjgaugJs)
 
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 ## Contributing
 
-1. Feel free to attend a weekly meeting in our Discord channel if you'd like to contribute!
+1. To get started working on Void, see [`HOW_TO_CONTRIBUTE`](https://github.com/voideditor/void/blob/main/HOW_TO_CONTRIBUTE.md).
 
-2. To get started working on Void, see [`HOW_TO_CONTRIBUTE`](https://github.com/voideditor/void/blob/main/HOW_TO_CONTRIBUTE.md).
+2. Feel free to attend a weekly meeting in our Discord channel!
 
 3. We're open to collaborations and suggestions of all types - just reach out.