Getting Started

This quickstart is tailored for developers eager to connect with and explore the capabilities of the Stability Testnet and Global Trust Network (GTN) directly. This guide is designed for developers aiming to craft decentralized applications (dApps), enthusiasts keen on engaging with Stability's blockchain, and anyone interested in understanding what sets Stability apart from traditional EVMs and smart contracts.

Prerequisites

This tutorial presumes a foundational understanding of blockchain technology and familiarity with tools that interact directly with the blockchain. For example, smart contracts and development tools such as Remix and Viem.

Register for an API Key

Global Trust Network (GTN) and Stability Testnet employ API keys to manage transactions. On Global Trust Network, an API key is required to perform write transactions. On Stability Testnet, each address is given a limited number of free transactions without an API key using our public RPC. To increase the number of transactions that a certain user can execute on either chain, users are required to sign up with our Account Manager for their very own private RPC address.

Stability Portal Page

Step 2 - Select Your Preferred Registration

On this screen, select your preferred method of registration. For this tutorial, we will be following the Google sign-in path. You may also similarly log in via Email, GitHub, Magiclink, or directly through Metamask.

It is important to note that registrations through Metamask or Magiclink do not provide a dedicated API Key. Without an API Key, you will not be able to perform transactions on Global Trust Network (GTN), and will have limited functionality on Stability Testnet. To receive an API Key, you must register using either GitHub, Google, or Email.

If you opt to register via email, ensure you can verify your email address.

Stability Login Screen

Step 3 - Select Your Preferred Network

Using the dropdown menu on the top right, select the network you wish to generate an API Key on.

Stability Portal Screen with Networks Highlighted

Step 4 - Click the `Create New API Key` Button

Stability Portal Screen with Create New API Key Button Highlighted

Step 5 - Congrats! You've created an API Key.

To view your personal RPC URL, click the Info button. Stability Portal Screen with Info Button Highlighted

Here, you will find your personal RPC URL. Stability Portal Screen with API URL Highlighted

3a. Add Network Automatically to Metamask + Other Compatible Wallets

Metamask Logo

To add your custom RPC to your browser extension wallet, which will allow you to use Global Trust Network or Stability Testnet, click the Metamask Fox Logo next to your API Key. This will work with Metamask as well as many other browser extension based wallets.

If you are not able to add the network to your wallet, you may have to add the network manually. Follow the instructions below.

3b. Add Network Manually to Metamask

In the event you are unable to add your wallet automatically via clicking the Metamask Fox Logo above, or you wish to add the network manually, simply follow the steps below.

Step 1 - Navigate to `Settings` in Metamask.

Metamask Main Screen with Settings Highlighted

Step 2 - Click on the `Networks` tab.

Metamask Settings Screen with Networks Highlighted

Step 3 - Click the `Add a network` button.

Metamask Networks Screen with 'Add a network' Button Highlighted

Step 4 - Click the `Add a network manually` text link.

Metamask Add Network Screen with 'Add a network manually' Highlighted

Step 5 - Go to the Stability Account Manager and copy your API Key.

Stability Account Manager Screen with an Example API Key Highlighted

Step 6 - Fill out the network settings using the details below. Be sure to replace the `YOUR_API_KEY` with your own API Key. Afterward, click Save.

Metamask Manual Network Screen with Details Filled and Save Button Highlighted

Property	Global Trust Network	Stability Testnet
Network Name	Global Trust Network	Stability Test Net
New RPC URL	`https://rpc.stabilityprotocol.com/zgt/YOUR_API_KEY`	`https://rpc.testnet.stabilityprotocol.com/zgt/YOUR_API_KEY`
Chain ID	101010	20180427
Currency Symbol	FREE	FREE
Block Explorer URL	`https://stability.blockscout.com/`	`https://stability-testnet.blockscout.com/`

4. Review What Is Different With Stability

We highly recommend reviewing the section on What Is Different regarding Stability as opposed to traditional Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) blockchains. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for developers looking to create decentralized applications (dApps) on the Stability platform, especially since certain functionalities, like native token transfers, will not operate in the same way on Stability. It is important to note that Stablity supports Solidity version 0.8.24 or lower.

Now Start Swimming

Armed with this knowledge and your API key, you're well-prepared to embark on your development journey with the Stability Network. Dive in and start innovating! Happy hacking!

Getting Started

Prerequisites​

Register for an API Key​

2. Sign Up For An API Key​

Step 1 - Navigate to Stability Portal and click the `Login | New User' button.​

Step 2 - Select Your Preferred Registration​

Step 3 - Select Your Preferred Network​

Step 4 - Click the Create New API Key Button​

Step 5 - Congrats! You've created an API Key.​

3a. Add Network Automatically to Metamask + Other Compatible Wallets​

3b. Add Network Manually to Metamask​

Step 1 - Navigate to Settings in Metamask.​

Step 2 - Click on the Networks tab.​

Step 3 - Click the Add a network button.​

Step 4 - Click the Add a network manually text link.​

Step 5 - Go to the Stability Account Manager and copy your API Key.​

Step 6 - Fill out the network settings using the details below. Be sure to replace the YOUR_API_KEY with your own API Key. Afterward, click Save.​

4. Review What Is Different With Stability​

Now Start Swimming​