# Smart Contracts Smart contracts play a vital role in blockchain operations. Smart contracts are programmable modules stored in a blockchain that is triggered when predetermined conditions are met. They can also automate a workflow by triggering the next action when conditions are fulfilled. Smart contracts automate the execution of a condition or a deal so all network nodes can be instantly notified of the result without the involvement of any intermediaries. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://clysterum-1.gitbook.io/clysterum-white-paper/smart-conracts/smart-contracts.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.