Midnight Starter Template
A starter template for building on Midnight Network with React frontend and smart contract integration
Monorepo structure with TurboVite-powered React frontendCLI tools for contract interaction
ByEdda Labs, MeshJS
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Build onMidnight
Community-built developer tools, SDKs, and resources for building privacy-preserving applications on Midnight Network.
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Midnight Setup
Complete development setup for building Midnight Network dApps, with API, CLI, and example UI
TypeScript API with deploy/join helpersCLI utilities for development tasksReact example app
ByMeshJS
Live DemoMidnight Contracts Wizard
Ready-to-use Midnight smart contracts with NatSpec docs, build tooling, and ZK circuits
Compact contracts (Tokenization, Staking, Identity, Oracle, Lending & Borrowing)NatSpec documentation throughoutAutomated compilation scripts
ByMeshJS
Live DemoMidnight Proof Server
Dockerized Midnight proof server with zk parameters pre-downloaded and ready to run
Pre-downloaded zk parametersBased on official proof server imageReady-to-run Docker image
ByMeshJS
Live DemoAI-PoweredBeta Live
Midnight Agent Skills
Supercharge Cursor, Claude, or any AI coding assistant with Midnight-specific knowledge. Write Compact smart contracts with perfect syntax, every time.
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Master Compact syntax, types, and ZK patterns
midnight-sdk-guide
TypeScript SDK integration & wallet APIs
midnight-infra-setup
Local node, proof server & indexer config
midnight-deploy
Deploy to testnet & mainnet with confidence
midnight-test-runner
Unit tests, integration tests & debugging
Works with any AI
Cursor, Claude Code, Windsurf, Copilot & more
From the Blog
Latest Articles
In-depth tutorials and guides for building on Midnight. Learn from real-world examples and best practices.
AI ToolsJan 18, 2026
Building midnight-agent-skills: AI-Powered Development for Privacy-First Blockchain
A curated knowledge package to enhance AI coding assistants for Midnight Network development. Generate correct Compact v0.19+ syntax with verified code examples.
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TutorialJan 17, 2026
Building a Privacy-Preserving Custodian App with Selective Disclosure
Learn to construct custodial asset management systems using zero-knowledge proofs. Implement selective disclosure to prove claims without revealing underlying data.
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TutorialJan 14, 2026
Building a Privacy-Preserving Voting System on Midnight
Create anonymous, verifiable voting DApps using Midnight and zero-knowledge proofs. Covers Compact smart contracts, React frontend, and deployment.
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TutorialJan 9, 2026
Building Your First Game on Midnight
Develop privacy-preserving blockchain games with zero-knowledge proofs. Build a Rock-Paper-Scissors game where moves stay hidden until revelation.
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Learning Path
Tutorials & Guides
From first steps to advanced patterns. Learn to build privacy-first applications at your own pace.
Beginner30 min
Getting Started with Midnight
Set up your development environment and deploy your first Compact smart contract.
Beginner
Concept15 min
Zero-Knowledge Basics
Understanding ZK proofs and how Midnight leverages them for data protection.
Beginner
Tutorial45 min
Compact Language Deep Dive
Master the TypeScript-based language for writing privacy-preserving smart contracts.
Intermediate
Tutorial20 min
Wallet Integration Guide
Connect your DApp to Lace wallet for seamless transaction signing and user authentication.
Intermediate
Advanced40 min
Private Transactions
Implement selective disclosure and shielded transfers in your applications.
Advanced
Architecture25 min
State Management Patterns
Design patterns for managing on-chain and off-chain state effectively in Midnight apps.
Advanced
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People shaping the Midnight ecosystem with tooling, docs, and open-source contributions.
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