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What is HD derivation path?

The HD derivation path is a string that makes it easy to handle multiple crypto currencies (assuming they all use the same signature algorithms), multiple blockchains, multiple accounts, and so on.
The HD derivation path is defined as :
m / purpose' / coin_type' / account' / change / address_index

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