Awesome Polkadot

This is a introduction to the guide by Shawn Tabrizi, “Awesome Polkadot”, providing an opinionated selection of the best Polkadot resources, ensuring users and developers can confidently explore and build within the ecosystem.

Awesome Polkadot by Shawn Tabrizi Access the original Awesome Polkadot repository with the full list by Shawn Tabrizi.

BizDev Bible The Pros (and Cons) of building on Polkadot for each market audience.

The Polkadot Playbook Simple, accurate answers to common questions about Polkadot, backed by extensive references and source material, empowering anyone to become a Polkadot ambassador.

The Polkadot Story Book A collection of images from various presentations to convey the story of Polkadot.

Understanding Polkadot

Getting Started

For newcomers, grasping the fundamentals of Polkadot is crucial. These resources provide foundational knowledge:

• The Polkadot Homepage: The official website offers an introduction to Polkadot’s vision, technology, and ecosystem.
• The Polkadot Cloud: A forum post detailing Polkadot as a resilient, decentralized Web3 cloud.
• The Decisions of Polkadot: A presentation exploring the philosophies and goals behind Polkadot’s development.
• The Polkadot Playbook: A comprehensive guide answering common questions about Polkadot, ideal for ambassadors and enthusiasts.

Diving Deeper

For a more advanced understanding:

• Demystifying JAM: Learn about the evolution of the Polkadot protocol, from Polkadot 1.0 to future iterations.
• Plaza - Smart Contracts on Polkadot: Insights from Polkadot co-founder Rob Habermeier on integrating smart contracts with Polkadot’s core functionalities.

Community Engagement

Discussion Forums and Communities

Engage with the vibrant Polkadot community through these platforms:

• Polkadot Forum: For in-depth discussions on network developments.
• Polkadot StackExchange: A technical Q&A hub for developers.
• Polkadot SubSquare: A space dedicated to governance and treasury discussions.
• Polkadot Watercooler: A Matrix chatroom for informal discussions.

Catalysts and Champions

Stay informed by following key contributors:

• Core Contributors: @rphmeier, @kianenigma, @joepetrowski
• Ecosystem Advocates: @alice_und_bob, @LeemoXD, @ParaNodes

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Building on Polkadot

Development Resources

For developers aiming to build applications or contribute to the Polkadot ecosystem:

• Rust and Polkadot Workshop: A beginner-friendly introduction to Rust and blockchain development.
• The Polkadot Blockchain Academy: Comprehensive course materials and video lectures.

Tooling and Templates

• Polkadot SDK: The core development toolkit for Polkadot.
• Zombienet: Simulate Polkadot networks locally for testing.
• Polkadot SDK Templates: Pre-built templates for quick development.

User Resources

Wallets

Easily manage your Polkadot assets with these wallets:

• Nova Wallet: A mobile-friendly option.
• Talisman: A secure web extension wallet.
• Ledger: Hardware wallet for enhanced security.
• Telenova: A wallet integrated with Telegram for ease of use.

Applications

Explore Polkadot’s diverse applications:

• Staking: Polkadot Staking Dashboard
• DEX: Hydration
• NFT Marketplace: Koda
• Fiat On-Ramp: Harbour

Accessing Polkadot Data

Monitor Polkadot’s metrics and activity:

• Block Explorer: Subscan
• Governance Dashboard: SubSquare
• Ecosystem Metrics: Parity Data Dashboards

Conclusion

Polkadot offers a wealth of resources for users, developers, and enthusiasts. This curated list ensures you focus on high-quality tools and information, empowering you to confidently engage with the ecosystem. For additional feedback or contributions, consider opening an issue on the awesome-polkadot GitHub repository.