Understanding and navigating the world of cryptocurrency can sometimes feel like deciphering an ancient language. Luckily, with blockchain technology advancing daily, wallets like Scatter Desktop are making it easier than ever. This article will guide you through the installation process and how to run it in development mode seamlessly. Ready? Let’s dive in!

Installation Steps

To get started with Scatter Desktop, follow these simple steps:

• Download the Latest Release: Head over to the official repository and find the latest release by clicking HERE.
• Install: Once you’ve downloaded the release build, simply run the installer and voilà, you’re ready to go!

Running in Development Mode

For those who want to tinker or contribute to the development of Scatter Desktop, running it in development mode can be an exciting adventure. Here’s how to do it:

• Prerequisites: Ensure you have node v10.15.3 and electron v5.0.1 installed on your machine.
• Clone the Repository: Use your terminal to clone the Scatter Desktop repository.
• Install Dependencies: Navigate into your cloned directory and run yarn install to fetch the necessary dependencies.
• Start Electron: Initiate the application by running electron . or ./node_modules/.bin/electron . from the directory.
• ScatterEmbed: You’ll need [ScatterEmbed](https://github.com/GetScatter/ScatterEmbed) running locally because this desktop client connects with it to manage security. Configure the .env file to point to your locally running Scatter Embed, or leave it as default to connect to the live version.

Building Scatter Desktop

Once you’re ready to take your development efforts to the next level and build the application, use the following commands, ensuring you are on the target machine:

npm run release-mac
npm run release-windows
npm run release-linux

Understanding Development through an Analogy

Think of Scatter Desktop like a sophisticated sports car that you want to customize. The installation process is akin to buying the car and getting it ready for the road. However, if you wish to take it a step further by enhancing its performance or design (running it in development mode), you would first need the right tools (node and electron). Then, you would pull apart parts of the car (clone the repository and install dependencies) to modify them for better performance. Finally, you would put everything back together (building the application) to create a vehicle that not only looks great but also runs smoothly!

Troubleshooting

Launching a new application can sometimes come with challenges. Here are a few troubleshooting ideas:

• If you encounter issues during installation, ensure that you are using the latest version of your operating system, as compatibility can often cause hiccups.
• In case of errors when running in development mode, double-check the versions of Node and Electron. They need to match the specified versions exactly.
• For problems related to connection with ScatterEmbed, verify that it is up and running and that your environment configuration file (.env) points to the correct instance.

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Conclusion

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