This repository contains a basic NFT (Non-Fungible Token) project built on the Polygon network. NFTs are unique digital assets that can represent ownership of various types of digital and physical items.
Overview The NFT project on the Polygon network is a simple implementation that allows users to create, buy, sell, and trade digital art collectibles as NFTs. It utilizes the Polygon network for efficient and cost-effective transactions.
Prerequisites Before running this project, ensure that you have the following prerequisites installed:
Node.js (version 14 or higher) NPM (Node Package Manager) Installation To set up the project, follow these steps:
Clone the repository: git clone https://github.com/your-username/nft-project.git Navigate to the project directory: cd nft-project Install the dependencies: npm install Configuration Before running the project, you need to configure a few variables. Follow these steps:
Rename the .env.example file to .env. Open the .env file in a text editor. Set the following environment variables: MNEMONIC: The mnemonic for the Ethereum account used for deployment and testing. INFURA_API_KEY: API key from Infura to connect to the Polygon network. CONTRACT_ADDRESS: The address of the deployed NFT contract. OPENSEA_API_KEY (optional): API key from OpenSea if you want to integrate with OpenSea marketplace. Usage To start the project, use the following command:
bash Copy code npm start This will start a local development server and deploy the NFT contract on the Polygon network. You can access the application by opening http://localhost:3000 in your web browser.
Features The basic NFT project on the Polygon network provides the following features:
Minting: Users can create and mint their own NFTs by providing the necessary details, such as title, description, and artwork image. Buying and Selling: NFTs can be bought and sold using the native cryptocurrency of the Polygon network (MATIC). Users can set their own price for their NFTs and list them for sale. Marketplace: The project includes a built-in marketplace where users can browse and purchase NFTs listed by other users. Wallet Integration: Users can connect their wallets (such as MetaMask) to interact with the application, view their owned NFTs, and manage their listings. Contributing Contributions to this NFT project are welcome. If you encounter any bugs, issues, or have suggestions for improvements, please open an issue or submit a pull request on the GitHub repository.
License This NFT project is licensed under the MIT License.
Disclaimer This project serves as a basic implementation of NFT functionality on the Polygon network and may not include all necessary security measures or best practices. Use it as a starting point for your own projects, and ensure proper security audits and testing before deploying to production environments.
Resources Polygon Network OpenZeppelin Infura OpenSea Please refer to the official documentation and resources for more information on the technologies and services used in this project.