The Starknet Book

Welcome

Welcome to the Starknet Book!

The Starknet Book is a curriculum created to teach the Cairo programming language and Starknet development. It is divided by Chapters and built by the Starknet community (you!). Finish the resume and you will conquer the Ethereum world.

Contents

Chapter	Goal
1: Getting Started	Learn how to deploy and interact with smart contracts using the CLI.
2: Smart Contracts in Cairo	Write a Cairo smart contracts.
3: Tooling	Set up a development environment and perform complex deployments.
4: Testing	Test smart contracts in a local environment, and write unit and integration tests.
5: Frontend	Integrate Starknet with a React frontend using starknet.js.
6: Running a Node	Set up and run a Starknet node and indexer.
7: Account Abstraction	Understand user accounts and create custom accounts.
8: Starknet Architecture	Explore transaction lifecycle, fees calculation, Prover and Verifier interaction, and more.
9: Cairo Architecture	Dive into the Cairo virtual machine, memory model, opcodes, and compiler.
10: STARKs	Understanding STARKs and how they connect with other aspects of Starknet.

Where to Start?

Depending on your goals and interests, you can choose different paths through the Starknet Book. Here are some recommendations based on various objectives:

• If you’re a complete beginner and want to start learning about Cairo and Starknet from scratch, follow the book in its entirety, starting with Chapter 1: Getting Started.

• If you’re an experienced developer looking to quickly dive into writing scalable and decentralized smart contracts, focus on Chapters 1 and 2.

• If you’re a frontend developer wanting to integrate Starknet with a React frontend, prioritize Chapter 5: Frontend after covering the basics in Chapters 1 and 2.

• If you’re a DevOps engineer or node operator interested in running a Starknet node and indexer, head straight to Chapter 6: Running a Node.

• If you’re a security researcher or smart contract auditor wanting to learn about the Account Abstraction feature and its implications, go for Chapter 7: Account Abstraction.

• If you’re a blockchain enthusiast curious about the underlying architecture and mechanics of Starknet and Cairo, explore Chapters 8 and 9.

• If you’re a cryptography expert or researcher eager to understand the fundamentals of STARKs and their connection to the Starknet ecosystem, delve into Chapter 10: STARKs.

Feel free to mix and match these paths based on your unique interests and requirements.

Your Contributions Matter

We’re thrilled to have you join us on this incredible journey to create the ultimate resource for Cairo and Starknet development. By contributing to the Starknet Book, you’re not only sharing your knowledge and expertise with the world, but you’re also helping shape the future of decentralized technology. Together, we’ll build a comprehensive, accessible, and engaging curriculum that will empower developers everywhere to harness the full potential of Starknet.

As a contributor, you’ll be part of a vibrant and growing community dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with decentralized technology. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with like-minded individuals from around the globe, share your unique insights, and learn from one another. Your contributions will not only enrich the Starknet community but also leave a lasting impact on the broader field of blockchain technology.

So, are you ready to embark on this epic adventure? Let’s dive in and explore the vast and exciting world of Starknet together. Here’s to the countless discoveries, breakthroughs, and innovations that await us!

Please refer to the existing Contributors Guide for detailed instructions on how to contribute. Remember, every contribution, no matter how small, makes a difference. Your expertise and passion are invaluable in helping us create a truly exceptional resource for the Starknet community. Let’s make history together!

Here are things you can do to help:

• In most sections there is a message for builders who want to collaborate with content.

• Empty section in a Chapter? Go for it!

• Do you think the Starknet Book needs an additional section? Propose it.

• Can a section be improved? Feel free to modify it.

• Do you want to add an alternative programming language for the examples? Yes please.

• Correct the bugs if you find any.

• Please add an explanation in the exercise comments if you feel they need them.

• Add exercises that show your favorite feature of Cairo.

Links

• Community: https://community.starknet.io

• Starknet Docs: https://docs.starknet.io

• Cairo Docs: TODO

• Starknet Developer Telegram: https://t.me/starknetna