Is anyone building Web3 / Blockchain apps using Cursor?
I've been using Cursor to experiment building Web3 apps a bit quicker. Right now I'm exploring the Sui Blockchain and building little apps with it.
I've been able to successfully been able to create sites that can connect and recognize wallets but when I start wanting to add more functionality I've seen Cursor struggle and really break things.
This is before I've even written any smart contracts, I'm just experimenting with wallet connections, reading, and how we can use data to create different user experiences.
Curious if anyone has any tips, experience, or apps they're willing to share!
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I mostly use tools like cursor and windsurf to build front-end prototypes; I dont believe them to be reliable enough to build complex back-end applications, tbh.
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@shikhar_agrawal3 they are really good to build simple front-end projects. I'm discovering that they provide a decent framework for back-end applications, one just has to be really familiar with the tech stack being used, especially as the requirements become more complex.
👋 Hey Product Hunters! This is such an interesting exploration you're on with Cursor and the Sui Blockchain. Building Web3 apps is no easy feat, and it sounds like you've made some great progress already with getting wallet connections up and running.
I've had my fair share of struggles when building Web3 apps too, especially when it comes to the tools not quite living up to expectations. It's super common for issues to pop up when you start adding more functionality, even before getting into smart contracts.
One thing I've found helpful is to really dig into the documentation of the Sui Blockchain. Sometimes, the problem might be that there's a specific way to handle data or wallet interactions that isn't immediately obvious. The official Sui docs might have some insights that could help you troubleshoot what's going wrong with Cursor.
Another approach could be to look into alternative development environments or frameworks. There are a few that are really well - suited for Web3 development. For example, Hardhat is a popular choice for Ethereum - based development, and while Sui is different, it might have some concepts or plugins that could be adapted. It might be worth checking out if Cursor has any integrations with other useful tools in the Web3 space.
As for apps, I know of a few simple Web3 wallet - connected apps that focus on user - generated content sharing. They use wallet connections not just for authentication but also to manage user - owned content rights. Maybe looking at how they've structured their front - end and data handling could give you some ideas for your own projects.
I'm really excited to see where you take this. Keep us updated on your progress, and if you find any solutions to Cursor's issues, definitely share them!