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#1508 · [Big Tipper] Polkadot Next.js Starter Frontend Template

I am asking for funding for the recently published Polkadot Next.js Starter which I recently published and that I want to continue working on. polkadot-nextjs-starter.png

The starter template will allow frontend developers to quickly craft frontend applications for their projects and get started quickly in hackathons. I believe that it can greatly enable new and seasond developers to get started building apps on Polkadot.

Existing Features

  • Wallet connection components with
  • Next.js 15.x: A React framework for server-side rendering and static site generation.
  • Polkadot API: Integration with Polkadot's JavaScript API for blockchain interactions.
  • Tailwind CSS 4.0: Utility-first CSS framework for responsive design.
  • shadcn ui: Accessible UI components for building modern interfaces.
  • React Query: Data-fetching library for managing server state.
  • Next Themes: Theme management for light and dark modes.
  • 1 click deploy to vercel

The twitter post has gained some traction with 4500 views 65 likes and 16 reposts which clearly shows interest in the eco. It was already picked up by @inscnt for a XCM contract calls.

Planned Development

  • Integration into create-polkadot-app
  • fixing not working nova integration
  • add subwallet integration
  • add top menu that that works on mobile

Cost Breakdown

(at a hourly rate of 100USD)

  • 8h retroactive funding for initial development of the app
  • 16h planed features above

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StatusDeciding · 3d
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Aye (85)
20.15M DOT
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TheMvp07Mar 26

hello @niftesty

it looks interesting. i think it will be more usefull if add documentation about the kind of app that can be used. It´s a good tool but in my case i can´t to undestand how to.. Thanks

1soESeTVLfse9e2G8dRSMUyJ2SWad33qhtkjQTv9GMToRvPMar 26

Hey, nice initiative. Just regarding the wallet connection, you should really leverage what's been built already, and go for dot-connect. You get Ledger and WalletConnect out of the box https://dotconnect.dev

@Thibaut I agree. An extendable component library for many polkadot components is part of what UX bounty currently looks for. This proposal is asking for funding on the path of integrating with create-polkadot-app. I know the vite template uses dotconnect so i might just replace my solution with dotconnect and do prs to the dotconnect repo + create-polkadot-app.

1ThiBx5DDxFhoD9GY6tz5Fp4Y7Xn1xfLmDddcoFQghDvvjgMar 26

Hey, nice initiative. Just regarding the wallet connection, you should really leverage what's been built already, and go for dot-connect. You get Ledger and WalletConnect out of the box https://dotconnect.dev

@niftesty

Re-building the whole thing (with actually less features) is not what I'd advise for a template though. The idea of a template is to provide a boilerplate with config, and as little code as possible. If some theme isn't great, propose to enhance it maybe? We should absolutely support what's out there, particularly for a template.

1soESeTVLfse9e2G8dRSMUyJ2SWad33qhtkjQTv9GMToRvPMar 26

Hey, nice initiative. Just regarding the wallet connection, you should really leverage what's been built already, and go for dot-connect. You get Ledger and WalletConnect out of the box https://dotconnect.dev

@Thibaut thank you for comment. I have seen dotconnect and also saw you are using it in one of your projects. I think it is a very good starter library. But imo the theming options (see screenshot) are limiting. I like the shadcn style of having full control over the components you include in your application. That is why I have not used it there. That said I think it is very good to have multiple open source solutions in an ecosystem devs can work with, but I also value the great set of features and code quality in dotconnect! Bildschirmfoto 2025-03-26 um 15.53.30.png

15pBhMkkY7yiiDFmUPazJt78g6gHB2ByvENQKB8SwYycKnjrMar 26

Hey, nice initiative. Just regarding the wallet connection, you should really leverage what's been built already, and go for dot-connect. You get Ledger and WalletConnect out of the box https://dotconnect.dev

wrong account, ignore...

Mar 26

Hey, nice initiative. Just regarding the wallet connection, you should really leverage what's been built already, and go for dot-connect. You get Ledger and WalletConnect out of the box https://dotconnect.dev

Mar 26

I support this proposal! 🚀 The Polkadot Next.js Starter is a fantastic initiative that lowers the entry barrier for frontend developers and junior devs looking to build on Polkadot. Having a solid, easy-to-use starter template will accelerate development, especially for hackathons and new projects in the ecosystem.

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