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How to Create an Aptos NFT Minting DApp (Full-Stack Project)

This guide will help you set up and run a full-stack NFT minting DApp on the Aptos blockchain using create-aptos-dapp.

Step 1: Prerequisites
Before getting started, ensure you have the following installed on your machine:
•Node.js (with npm ≥ 5.2.0)
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•Python (version 3.6 or higher)
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•Git (2.47.1(2))
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Step 2: Set Up Your Workspace
Open a terminal and navigate to the directory where you want to create your project.
• cd your/workspace

Step 3: Install create-aptos-dapp
Run the following command to install the create-aptos-dapp package and start creating your DApp.
• npx create-aptos-dapp@latest

Step 4: Configure Your Project
The installation process will prompt you for some information. Use the following inputs to set up your project:
1.Project Name: my-aptos-dapp(you can change the project name.)
2.Project Type: Full-stack Project
3.Template: NFT Minting DApp
4.Framework: Client-side (Vite app)
5.Network: Testnet
6.API Key:
• Go to Aptos Labs API Access.
• Signup using google account.
• Press on CREATE NEW PROJECT.

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• Press on GENERATE API KEY.

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• Enter your PROJECT-NAME and NETWORK(TESTNET).
• Create your project.
• Open BACKEND KEYS.

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• Copy your API KEY and paste it in your Terminal.
Example:
aptoslabs_a3kZTWf42Sb_GvFE8B3jiikLu2QvA9d1nkGrcfipvyWm7

When asked, choose No for making changes to your selections.

Step 5: Create Your Wallet And Fund Your Module Publisher Account
You need to create a wallet:

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  2. Add this extension to your chrome.
  3. Create your new wallet.
  4. Go to your extension section on your brouser You need to manually fund your module publisher account:
  5. Visit the Petra Fauset.
  6. Paste your WALLET ID and press MINT to add funds in your account.
  7. Update the following details in the .env file of your project: MODULE_PUBLISHER_ACCOUNT_PRIVATE_KEY= MODULE_PUBLISHER_ACCOUNT_ADDRESS=

Step 6: Publish the Smart Contract
Once the project is set up, navigate to the root folder of your project and publish the Move smart contract using the following command:
• npm run move:publish

Step 7: Run and Preview the App
Start the development server to preview your DApp in a browser.
• npm run dev
Open the provided localhost URL in your browser to interact with your NFT Minting DApp.

You have now successfully set up and launched a full-stack NFT Minting DApp on the Aptos blockchain. Use the development server to test and refine your application.
For more information and documentation, visit the Aptos Labs Developer Portal

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