Use node 18 to install deps
nvm use 18
npm i
Create .env file using .env.sample as a reference.
You will need a Pinata account and node RPC / private key with some balance for deploying in a public network.
Compile contracts
npx hardhat compile
Run local node
npx hardhat node
Deploy contracts
npx hardhat run scripts/deploy.js --network localhost
Update contract address in your .env file if necessary.
Use node 16 to run (don't ask why)
nvm use 16
npm run dev