Connect to Custom Airdrop Contract

Developing with Prismic
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Hi Prismic peeps,

New here. I'm a blockchain developer and I wonder if I can use prismic to develop dApp to connect to a simple Airdrop contract?

Thank you

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Hi @atuncatunc ,

Welcome to the community :slight_smile:

Yes, you can use Prismic to develop a dApp that connects to a simple airdrop smart contract. Prismic is a headless CMS, so while it doesn’t directly handle blockchain interactions, it can serve as the content management layer for your dApp. Here’s how you can combine Prismic with your blockchain development:

1. Content Management with Prismic

• Use Prismic to manage dynamic content for your dApp, such as:

• Airdrop details (e.g., eligibility criteria, token details, instructions).

• Updates or announcements.

• FAQs about the airdrop.

• Prismic’s API allows you to fetch this content dynamically into your dApp, ensuring that information stays up to date.

2. Blockchain Integration

• For blockchain-related interactions, such as connecting to wallets or invoking the airdrop contract, you’ll use JavaScript libraries like ethers.js or web3.js.

• Your front-end (built with frameworks like React, Svelte, or Vue) can display data from Prismic alongside blockchain interaction features.

3. Technical Setup

• Frontend Framework: Use a framework to build the dApp’s user interface. For example:

• React: Combine Prismic’s content with blockchain interactions using components.

• SvelteKit: Fetch Prismic content server-side or client-side and integrate blockchain functionality.

• Prismic API: Fetch content using Prismic’s REST or GraphQL API.

• Smart Contract Integration:

• Connect to your Ethereum wallet using ethers.js or web3.js.

• Call the smart contract’s methods (e.g., to claim tokens from the airdrop).

4. Example Workflow

  1. Use Prismic to create content slices for your airdrop details, user guides, and announcements.

  2. In your dApp, fetch this content using the Prismic API.

  3. Integrate a wallet connection (e.g., MetaMask) to allow users to sign transactions.

  4. Call your smart contract’s airdrop function from the front-end when users meet eligibility criteria.

5. Advantages

• Flexibility: Prismic lets you easily update content without redeploying your dApp.

• Dynamic UI: Use Prismic’s content to adapt your dApp’s UI based on the airdrop’s current state.