ChainFund

ChainFund — Crowdfunding Platform Powered by Ethereum Blockchain

Tech Stack

• Frontend: Next.js, Chakra UI
• Smart Contracts: Solidity
• Blockchain Interaction: Web3.js

Running the Application Locally

1. Fork the project.
2. Install dependencies:

yarn install

3. Start the development server:

yarn dev

4. Open http://localhost:3000 in your browser.

Prerequisites to Create Campaigns and Contribute

1. Install MetaMask Chrome extension and create an account.

2. Fund your Ethereum wallet for testing:

   • Request Ether via social media or testnets: Sepolia Explorer
   • Get 0.01 test Ether: Google Cloud Web3 Faucet

Deploying Your Own Smart Contract

1. Create an account on Infura or Alchemy.
2. Create a .env file in the Ethereum directory and add:

mnemonic='Your mnemonic code'
link='Your Infura/Alchemy endpoint URL'

3. Modify the Solidity contract as needed.
4. Compile the contract:

node compile.js

5. Deploy the contract from the smart-contract directory:

node deploy.js

6. Copy the deployed contract address and replace it in factory.js.
7. Replace your Infura/Alchemy endpoint link in web3.js.

Notes

• Ensure you are on the Sepolia test network while testing.
• For mainnet deployment, change the network configurations accordingly.