How to Build a Decentralized Application (DApp) on Ethereum Using the WAGMI Boilerplate

Robert McMenemy
8 min readSep 8, 2024

Introduction

Decentralized applications (DApps) have taken the blockchain space by storm, empowering developers to build trustless applications that don’t rely on centralized authorities. Ethereum, as the most widely adopted smart contract platform, allows you to develop secure, immutable, and decentralized applications, pushing the boundaries of Web3 development.

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through creating an Ethereum DApp using the WAGMI boilerplate — a modern and efficient way to handle wallet integrations, blockchain interactions, and user interface in Web3. From basic wallet connections to advanced smart contract interactions and scaling solutions, this article will cover everything you need to know to create a fully functional DApp using WAGMI and RainbowKit.

What is WAGMI?

WAGMI (an acronym for “We’re All Gonna Make It”) is a collection of React hooks designed to simplify Ethereum DApp development. It offers robust solutions for wallet connections, sending transactions, reading smart contracts, and more. WAGMI’s ease of use makes it a favorite choice among developers.

With WAGMI, developers can:

  • Connect to multiple wallets like…

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