In this article, we will walk you through the process of setting up the ADAMANT Messenger—an innovative decentralized anonymous messenger based on blockchain technology. You’ll learn how to clone the repository, install dependencies, and customize your installation for development and production environments. Let’s dive in!
What You Need Before You Start
- A basic understanding of command-line interfaces.
- Node.js and npm installed on your machine.
- An Android emulator or a connected device (for Android app support).
1. Clone the Repository
Begin by cloning the ADAMANT Messenger repository. Open your command line and run:
git clone --recursive https://github.com/Adamant-im/adamant-im.git2. Install Dependencies
After cloning the repository, navigate into the project directory and install the necessary dependencies:
cd adamant-im
npm installNote: If you encounter issues with Lisk libraries asking for specific Node.js versions, you can bypass this requirement by using:
npm install --ignore-engines3. Compiles and Hot-Reloads for Development
To start working with the application, run the following command:
npm run dev4. Compile and Minify for Production
Once you are ready to deploy, make sure to compile and minify your project:
npm run build5. Preview Production Build Locally
To check the production build on your machine, use:
npm run serve6. Set Up the Electron App
If you plan to run the Electron application, you will need to execute the following commands:
npm run electron:devTo build the Electron version, run:
npm run electron:build7. Support for Android Apps
To open the Android project, execute:
npm run android:openTo run the Android app, use the command:
npm run android:run