Steps to build a Web3 application with React, Vite, and Ethers.js

Blog 3/3 of our Web3 tri-series is here. If you missed the previous articles, be sure to check out Web3: The Future of the internet and how to build on it and A step-by-step guide for smart contract deployment using Hardhat. After exploring the fundamentals of Web3 and learning how to deploy smart contracts, it's time to put these concepts into practice by building a complete decentralized application. In this blog, we'll create something practical and impactful - a crypto donation platform.

Imagine a world where sending and receiving crypto donations is as easy as sharing a link. No intermediaries, no fuss—just seamless, decentralized transactions powered by blockchain technology. That’s exactly what I’ll guide you to build - a Web3-powered donation platform that lets users connect their MetaMask wallet, generate a unique donation link, and receive crypto directly from supporters with just a few clicks. I’ll share key features, code snippets, tips, and steps to help you build your own Web3 application.

Key features of the Web3 donation platform Wallet connection: Enable users to connect their MetaMask wallet effortlessly, integrating seamlessly with the Ethereum ecosystem. Think of it as a digital handshake between your app and the blockchain. Unique donation link: Generate personalized URLs containing the recipient’s wallet address, making it easy to share and receive crypto donations. It’s like Venmo, but for crypto. Donation form: Allow donors to add their name and a message, creating a more personal and meaningful donation experience. Because who doesn’t love a heartfelt note with their crypto? Crypto transactions: Trigger MetaMask for authentication and transaction confirmation, ensuring fast and secure payments. Ditch clunky payment gateways and embrace decentralized magic. Smart contract integration: Build and deploy a Solidity smart contract using Hardhat to handle transactions transparently on the blockchain. Think of it as the brain of the operation—transparent, and tamper-proof. Tech stack Frontend: React with Vite Blockchain interaction: Ethers.js Smart contract: Solidity and Hardhat Wallet integration: MetaMask Step-by-step Web3 donation app development process, with code snippets Setup the project with React and Vite. Use Vite as the build tool because of its fast development environment and efficient Hot Module Replacement (HMR). Use the following commands to create the project:

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