Get Started with Kaia
Welcome to Kaia! Whether you're new to blockchain development or experienced with EVM chains, this guide helps you build on Kaia quickly. We'll walk you through setup, tools, and your first projects step by step.
Follow this goal-based path to go from zero to deploying your first smart contract or dApp. Each step builds on the last, so start at the beginning or jump to what you need.
Step 1: Foundation Setup
Get oriented with Kaia networks, tools, and development environment.
Step 2: Set Up Wallet & Network
Configure your wallet for Kaia networks and create an account.
Step 3: Get Test KAIA
Fund your wallet with testnet KAIA from the faucet.
Step 4: Hello World with Remix
Deploy your first smart contract using Remix IDE.
Step 5: Create Your First Token
Build and deploy a soulbound token using Hardhat.
Step 6: Build Your First dApp
Create a full-stack decentralized application.
Step 7: Build a Mini dApp
Integrate Web3 features into platforms like LINE.
Step 1: Foundation Setup
Discover Kaia's EVM-compatible architecture, main networks with RPC endpoints and explorers, and key tools like Solidity, SDKs, Hardhat, Foundry, Thirdweb, and Remix for efficient development.
Step 2: Set Up Wallet & Network
Choose a wallet like Kaia Wallet or MetaMask, add the Kaia networks, and create an account.
How to Configure Your Wallet for Kaia Networks
Step 3: Get Test KAIA
Fund your wallet with testnet KAIA from the faucet to cover gas fees during development.
Step 4: Hello World with Remix
Deploy a simple "Hello World" contract using Remix IDE. We'll use the KaiaGreeter sample as your first contract.
Step 5: Create Your First Token
Build and deploy a soulbound token (non-transferable NFT) using Hardhat. This covers project setup, testing, and deployment.
Deploy Your First Smart Contract Using Hardhat
Step 6: Build Your First dApp on Kaia
Create a full-stack dApp using Scaffold-ETH 2 on Kaia. This tutorial guides you through setting up the development environment, configuring Hardhat for Kaia, deploying and verifying smart contracts, and building a React frontend with Next.js for seamless integration.
Build a dApp using Scaffold-ETH 2
Step 7: Build a Mini dApp
Integrate Web3 features into platforms like LINE using Unity or Cocos. Great for reaching non-crypto users.
Next Steps
- For more on Remix deployment, see the Connect Remix to Kaia tutorial.
- Migrating an Ethereum app? Check the Migrate Ethereum App to Kaia guide for quick adaptations.
- Dive deeper with Tutorials for practical examples.
- Learn secure practices in Secure Wallet Management.
- Explore the full docs for advanced topics like transactions, smart contracts, and nodes.
If you get stuck, join the Kaia Developer Forum or check the FAQ. Happy building!