Creating a Desktop Crypto Wallet App in Rust with Slint

Introduction

The rise of blockchain technology has led to the development of numerous applications, particularly in the realm of cryptocurrencies. Ethereum, being one of the most prominent blockchain platforms, provides a robust environment for decentralized applications (dApps). In this blog post, we will walk through the process of creating a desktop application using Rust and Slint that allows users to store and send Ethereum-based cryptocurrencies.

Why Rust and Slint?

Rust is a systems programming language known for its safety, speed, and concurrency. It’s an excellent choice for building robust applications, including those that interact with blockchain networks.

Slint is a toolkit for building modern, fluid, and high-performance user interfaces. It offers a declarative language for UI design and integrates seamlessly with Rust.

Prerequisites

Before we dive in, ensure you have the following installed on your machine:

• Rust: Install Rust from rust-lang.org.
• Node.js: Required for some Ethereum libraries. Install from nodejs.org.
• Cargo: Rust’s package manager.
• Slint: Follow the installation…