Smart Contract Template VSCode Extension

This tutorial demonstrates how to quickly set up Concordium blockchain projects using the VSCode extension, streamlining project initialization and contract building.

Concordium now has a direct extension on VSCode that allows you to set up your projects within minutes quickly. Follow the steps below to get started with this extension:

Step 1: Install the Extension

1. Open VSCode and navigate to the Extensions view (Ctrl+Shift+X).

2. Use the search box to find the Concordium extension.

3. Click the "Install" button, and then click "Enable" to activate the extension:

Installing the Extension

Step 2: Create a Project

1. Open the Command Palette:

   • macOS: Press Command+Shift+P

   • Windows: Press Ctrl+Shift+P

   • Linux: Press Ctrl+Shift+P

2. Type "Concordium" to filter applicable commands. By default, you can open up using the shortcuts below:

Showing the shortcuts.

3. Select "Initialize a smart contract project" from the list.

4. Choose your project folder when prompted:

Choosing the project folder

Step 3: Select Template and Provide Details

1. You will be presented with template options. Choose "cis2-nft" (or "default" if preferred).

2. Provide the following details for your project:

   • Project name

   • URL of your token’s metadata

   • Description

This is how it will look in your terminal:

Providing the details for your project

Step 4: Build the Project

1. Open the Command Palette again.

2. Select "Build contract" to compile your contract and embed your schema in the module:

Selecting Build Contract

3. You can locate the module file in the "concordium-out" folder within your project directory:

Locating the module file