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@@ -141,3 +141,4 @@ This will return the initial value of the Counter contract's `number` storage va
 
 - Use [wagmi](https://wagmi.sh) or [viem](https://viem.sh) to connect your frontend to your contracts.
 - Learn more about interacting with your contracts in the command line using Foundry from our [Foundry tutorial](/learn/foundry/deploy-with-foundry).
+> ⚠️ **Important:** Before deploying smart contracts, ensure your RPC endpoint and network configuration match the intended environment (Base mainnet vs testnet). Misconfiguration may lead to failed deployments or unexpected contract behavior.