Learning Paths

Not sure where to start? Choose a learning path based on what you're building.

Choose Your Path

Path Details

Wallet Developer Path

Perfect for building:

• Mobile or web wallets
• Balance tracking dashboards
• Payment applications

You'll learn:

1. How to query UTxOs and calculate balances
2. Building and signing transactions
3. Tracking transaction status
4. Handling multiple addresses

Prerequisites: Basic programming knowledge in TypeScript or Python

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dApp Developer Path

Perfect for building:

• NFT marketplaces
• DeFi applications
• Gaming platforms

You'll learn:

1. Integrating with browser wallets (Nami, Eternl, etc.)
2. Building transactions with scripts
3. Evaluating transaction costs
4. Handling smart contract errors

Prerequisites: Wallet Developer path or equivalent knowledge

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Backend Integration Path

Perfect for building:

• E-commerce platforms accepting ADA
• SaaS applications with crypto billing
• Gaming platforms with in-game economies
• NFT marketplaces and payment gateways
• Any backend that needs to react to blockchain events

You'll learn:

1. System architecture for blockchain integration
2. Real-time payment detection with chain sync
3. Handling confirmations and rollbacks
4. Sending payments programmatically
5. Production patterns for reliability and scale

Prerequisites: Basic backend development experience, familiarity with databases

Not Sure Which Path?

Answer these questions:

1. Are you building a consumer application where users manage their own keys? → Start with Wallet Developer

2. Do you need to interact with Plutus smart contracts? → Start with dApp Developer

3. Do you need your backend to process payments or react to blockchain events? → Start with Backend Integration

Quick Start Instead?

If you just want to get something working quickly:

1. Quickstart Guide - Make your first API call in 5 minutes
2. API Reference - Jump straight to the endpoints