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@IgorShadurin

Overview

Create a comprehensive tutorial page explaining how to add new templates to the template list page. This documentation should be easily accessible from both the root README.md and the /my-templates page.

Documentation Structure

1. Page Location and Links

  • Create new file: docs/tutorials/creating-template.md
  • Add link in root README.md
  • Add link in /my-templates page
  • Add to documentation navigation if exists

2. Tutorial Content Structure

Introduction

# Creating a New Template

This guide will walk you through the process of creating and adding a new template to DappyKit. Templates allow you to share your application patterns with other developers.

## Prerequisites
- DappyKit account
- Basic understanding of web3 applications
- Familiarity with JavaScript/TypeScript

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Accessing Template Creation

    • Navigation to template section
    • Using the "Create Template" button
    • Template creation form overview
  2. Template Information

    • Required fields explanation
    • Name and description best practices
    • Category selection
    • Tags and searchability
  3. Template Configuration

    ### Template Configuration
    1. Basic Information:
       - Template Name: Choose a descriptive name
       - Category: Select appropriate category
       - Description: Write clear, concise description
       
    2. Technical Details:
       - Framework selection
       - Required dependencies
       - Environment variables
  4. Code Structure

    • Required files
    • Directory structure
    • Configuration files
    • Example implementation
  5. Testing Your Template

    • Local testing process
    • Validation steps
    • Common issues and solutions
  6. Publishing Process

    • Submission guidelines
    • Review process
    • Publishing timeline
  7. Best Practices

    • Naming conventions
    • Documentation standards
    • Code quality requirements
    • Security considerations

Examples Section

## Example Template

\`\`\`typescript
// Example template configuration
{
  "name": "Simple DApp",
  "category": "Web3",
  "description": "Basic decentralized application template",
  "dependencies": {
    "ethers": "^5.0.0",
    "web3": "^1.0.0"
  }
}
\`\`\`

Troubleshooting

  • Common issues
  • Solutions
  • Support channels

Implementation Tasks

  • Create tutorial markdown file
  • Add navigation links in README.md
  • Add navigation links in /my-templates
  • Create example template for demonstration
  • Add screenshots of the process
  • Include code snippets and examples
  • Add troubleshooting section

Required Screenshots

  1. Template creation form
  2. Field descriptions
  3. Configuration examples
  4. Publishing interface
  5. Success states

Code Examples to Include

  1. Basic template structure
  2. Configuration file
  3. Environment setup
  4. Deployment scripts

Success Criteria

  • Tutorial is clear and comprehensive
  • All links are working
  • Examples are functional
  • Screenshots are up-to-date
  • Code snippets are correct
  • Navigation is intuitive

Additional Resources Section

  • Link to API documentation
  • Template examples repository
  • Community templates
  • Support channels

Timeline

  • Writing: 1 day
  • Review: 0.5 day
  • Implementation: 0.5 day

Notes

  • Keep language simple and clear
  • Include plenty of examples
  • Add tips and best practices
  • Consider multi-language support in future
  • Include version information

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