DEVELOPER_GUIDE.md

CeloHT Developer Guide

Overview

Welcome to the CeloHT Developer Guide.

This document provides developers with the information needed to understand, contribute to, and build within the CeloHT ecosystem.

CeloHT is an open-source Web3 impact project built on the Celo blockchain, combining:

• Decentralized applications
• Smart contracts
• Web3 education
• Agent networks
• Environmental impact systems

Developers are encouraged to contribute, improve, and build new solutions around the CeloHT ecosystem.

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Developer Mission

The CeloHT developer community focuses on creating technology that is:

• Open-source
• Secure
• Scalable
• User-friendly
• Impact-driven

The goal is to use blockchain technology to solve real-world challenges.

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Getting Started

Prerequisites

Before contributing, developers should understand:

• Git and GitHub workflows
• JavaScript / TypeScript
• React and Next.js
• Solidity basics
• Blockchain fundamentals

Recommended knowledge:

• Celo ecosystem
• Smart contracts
• Web3 wallets
• Decentralized applications

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Development Environment

Required Tools

Install:

• Node.js
• npm or pnpm
• Git
• Code editor (VS Code recommended)

Blockchain development:

• Hardhat
• Solidity compiler
• Celo CLI tools

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Repository Setup

Clone the repository:

git clone https://github.com/Celo-HT
Navigate into the project:
cd CeloHT
Install dependencies:
npm install
Run development environment:
npm run dev
Project Architecture
CeloHT

├── apps/
│   └── web/
│       └── Next.js dApp

├── packages/
│   └── contracts/
│       └── Solidity Smart Contracts

├── docs/
│   └── Documentation

├── scripts/
│   └── Development Tools

└── .github/
    └── CI/CD Workflows
Frontend Development
Technology Stack
CeloHT frontend uses:
Next.js
React
TypeScript
Tailwind CSS
shadcn/ui
Developers can contribute to:
UI components
User experience
Accessibility
Performance optimization
Blockchain Development
Smart Contract Development
Smart contracts are developed using:
Solidity
Hardhat
OpenZeppelin
Recommended practices:
Write tests first
Follow security standards
Document functions
Avoid unnecessary complexity
Smart Contract Workflow
Write Contract

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Create Tests

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Run Local Network

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Deploy Test Version

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Review Security

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Deploy To Celo
Wallet Integration
Developers can integrate:
Valora Wallet
WalletConnect
Common features:
Wallet connection
Transaction signing
Balance checking
Contract interaction
Testing
All contributions should include testing.
Frontend Testing
Verify:
Components work correctly
User flows function properly
Responsive design
Smart Contract Testing
Verify:
Contract logic
Permissions
Security conditions
Code Quality Standards
Developers should follow:
Clean code principles
Consistent formatting
Clear documentation
Meaningful commit messages
Recommended tools:
ESLint
Prettier
Husky
Commitlint
Contribution Workflow
Step 1
Create or select an issue.
Step 2
Fork the repository.
Step 3
Create a feature branch.
Example:
git checkout -b feature/new-feature
Step 4
Implement changes.
Step 5
Run tests.
Step 6
Submit a Pull Request.
Pull Request Guidelines
A good PR should include:
Clear description
Testing information
Screenshots when needed
Documentation updates
Security Reporting
If you discover a security issue:
Do not publicly disclose it immediately.
Report responsibly through the official security process.
Include:
Description
Steps to reproduce
Potential impact
Suggested solution
Developer Resources
Useful resources:
Celo documentation
Solidity documentation
OpenZeppelin documentation
Web3 development guides
Building on CeloHT
Developers can build:
Community tools
Educational applications
Impact dashboards
Blockchain integrations
Developer utilities
Developer Community
CeloHT welcomes:
Blockchain developers
Frontend developers
Smart contract engineers
Documentation contributors
Designers
Everyone can contribute to building an inclusive Web3 ecosystem.
Future Developer Ecosystem
Future initiatives:
Developer grants
Hackathons
Community challenges
Open-source collaborations
API ecosystem
Conclusion
The CeloHT Developer Guide provides the foundation for developers to contribute, build, and innovate within the ecosystem.
Together, contributors can create open-source technology that connects blockchain innovation with real-world community impact.