diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 7eb3610693e..abbdd0a2f89 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -39,11 +39,11 @@ Gear is a Substrate-based smart-contract platform allowing anyone to run dApp in # Getting Started -1. :open_hands: The easiest way to get started with Gear is to use a demo environment on [https://idea.gear-tech.io](https://idea.gear-tech.io). +1. :open_hands: The easiest way to get started with Gear is by using the demo environment at [https://idea.gear-tech.io](https://idea.gear-tech.io). -2. :wrench: Follow the instructions from ["Getting started in 5 minutes"](https://wiki.gear-tech.io/docs/getting-started-in-5-minutes/) to compile the Rust test smart contract to WebAssembly. :running: Upload and run smart contract in Gear demo environment on [https://idea.gear-tech.io](https://idea.gear-tech.io), send a message to a program, check how it is going. +2. :wrench: Follow the instructions from ["Getting started in 5 minutes"](https://wiki.gear-tech.io/docs/getting-started-in-5-minutes/) to compile the Rust test smart contract to Wasm. :running: Upload and run smart contract in Vara Network Testnet via [Gear Idea](https://idea.gear-tech.io/programs?node=wss%3A%2F%2Ftestnet.vara-network.io), send a message to a program, check how it is going. -3. :scroll: Write your own smart contract or take one from the [examples](https://github.com/gear-foundation). A comprehensive amount of smart contract examples are available for your convenience and faster onboarding. +3. :scroll: Write your own smart contract or choose one from the available comprehensive [examples](https://github.com/gear-foundation/dapps) for a convenient and swift onboarding process. 4. :computer: Download and run your Gear node locally or create your own multi-node local testnet. @@ -61,10 +61,10 @@ Gear node can run in a single Dev Net mode or you can create a Multi-Node local 1. Compile and launch node as described in [Gear Node README](https://github.com/gear-tech/gear/tree/master/node/README.md). Alternatively, download nightly build of Gear node: - - **Windows x64**: [gear-nightly-x86_64-pc-windows-msvc.zip](https://get.gear.rs/gear-nightly-x86_64-pc-windows-msvc.zip) - **macOS M-series (ARM)**: [gear-nightly-aarch64-apple-darwin.tar.xz](https://get.gear.rs/gear-nightly-aarch64-apple-darwin.tar.xz) - **macOS Intel x64**: [gear-nightly-x86_64-apple-darwin.tar.xz](https://get.gear.rs/gear-nightly-x86_64-apple-darwin.tar.xz) - **Linux x64**: [gear-nightly-x86_64-unknown-linux-gnu.tar.xz](https://get.gear.rs/gear-nightly-x86_64-unknown-linux-gnu.tar.xz) + - **Windows x64**: [gear-nightly-x86_64-pc-windows-msvc.zip](https://get.gear.rs/gear-nightly-x86_64-pc-windows-msvc.zip) 2. Run Gear node without special arguments to get a node connected to the testnet: @@ -86,12 +86,11 @@ Gear node can run in a single Dev Net mode or you can create a Multi-Node local ## Implement and run your own blockchain application -1. Gear provides dApp [application templates](https://github.com/gear-foundation) that cover various use cases - DeFi, DAO, NFT and more. Write your own smart contract or take one from the available templates. Adapt a template in accordance with your business needs. +1. Visit the [Gear Wiki](https://wiki.gear-tech.io/docs/examples/prerequisites) to explore dApp examples in action and gain a deeper understanding of their functionalities. Write your own smart contract or take one from the available templates. Adapt a template in accordance with your business needs. -2. Test your smart contract off-chain, test it on-chain using a local node, then upload to Gear network. - -3. Implement an interface for your dApp for interaction Gear network using [JS API](https://github.com/gear-tech/gear-js/tree/main/api) or use provided by Gear on [https://idea.gear-tech.io](https://idea.gear-tech.io). +2. Test your smart contract off-chain, test it on-chain using a local node, then upload to Gear-powered network via [Gear Idea](https://idea.gear-tech.io/). +3. Implement frontend applications that interact with your smart contracts using [JS API](https://github.com/gear-tech/gear-js/tree/main/api). React application examples are available [here](https://github.com/gear-foundation/dapps/tree/master/frontend). # Gear components @@ -103,7 +102,7 @@ Gear node can run in a single Dev Net mode or you can create a Multi-Node local * [gear-js](https://github.com/gear-tech/gear-js/tree/main/api) - JSON-RPC API of Gear backend. -* [examples](https://github.com/gear-foundation) - Gear smart contract examples. +* [examples](https://github.com/gear-foundation/dapps) - Smart contract examples. Go to https://docs.gear.rs to dive into the documentation on Gear crates. @@ -119,7 +118,7 @@ Go to https://docs.gear.rs to dive into the documentation on Gear crates.
Smart Contracts are stored in the blockchain’s state
and are invoked preserving their state upon request.

-
Gear enables a seamless transition to Web3,
enabling the running of dApps, microservices, middleware and open APIs. +
Gear facilitates a seamless transition to Web3,
enabling the operation of dApps, microservices, middleware, and open APIs.

### :fire: Key features @@ -133,7 +132,7 @@ Go to https://docs.gear.rs to dive into the documentation on Gear crates. ### Main capabilities Gear enables anyone to create and run any custom-logic dApp and is a go-to solution for the following types of applications: - - **Run dApps** that support business logic of any project in the **decentralized Gear network** (very fast). Upload programs to the network and interact with them. + - **Run dApps** that support business logic of any project in the **decentralized Gear network** (such as the [Vara Network](https://vara-network.io/)). Upload programs to the network and interact with them. - Being a **Polkadot parachain**, Gear establishes cross-chain communications between other blockchains, allowing anyone to run a dApp in the Polkadot network in a very **cost-less** manner. - Join Substrate-supported blockchains in any other platform outside Polkadot. - A standalone instance running microservices, middleware, open API and more @@ -202,18 +201,21 @@ Gear is licensed under [GPL v3.0 with a classpath linking exception](LICENSE). medium -
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