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# Intro

**Digital Credentials Developer** is a resource for developers looking to implement issuance and presentation of verifiable digital credentials using the Digital Credentials API.

[Verifiable digital credentials](https://www.nist.gov/blogs/cybersecurity-insights/digital-identities-getting-know-verifiable-digital-credential-ecosystem) are tamper-evident, cryptographically signed digital records that allow individuals to securely hold and share claims. These credentials offer a standardized and interoperable way to represent information, such as educational qualifications, professional certifications, or membership statuses.

Here, you will find resources for:

* Issuing verifiable digital credentials via the Digital Credentials API
* Requesting presentation of verifiable digital credentials via the Digital Credentials API
* Platform and ecosystem support for APIs and protocols