Building with SettleMint

Getting Started

Complete guide to blockchain development with SettleMint - from EVM and Hyperledger Fabric networks to production-ready dApps. Build enterprise blockchain solutions 10x faster with no-code tools, smart contract templates, and managed infrastructure.

For Enterprise Teams & Developers: Skip months of blockchain infrastructure setup and focus on building your business logic. SettleMint provides everything needed to deploy production-ready blockchain applications in days, not months.

Which blockchain platform should you choose for your project?

Common Question: "I'm building a blockchain application but don't know which platform to choose. What are the key differences between EVM chains, Hyperledger Fabric, and pre-built application kits?"

Answer: Your choice depends on your project requirements:

  • EVM chains (Ethereum, Polygon, etc.) for public/permissionless applications with cryptocurrency features
  • Hyperledger Fabric for private enterprise networks with strict data privacy requirements
  • Application kits for rapid prototyping with pre-built smart contracts and UI components

Development time comparison:

  • Traditional blockchain development: 6-12 months
  • With SettleMint: 2-4 weeks from concept to production

EVM chains

For Besu, Ethereum, Polygon, Optimism, and other EVM-compatible blockchains

  • Step-by-step development workflow
  • Solidity smart contract development and deployment
  • Graph middleware, API portal and other EVM tools

Hyperledger Fabric

For permissioned enterprise blockchain networks with privacy requirements

  • Fabric network and node setup

  • Chaincode development and deployment

  • Fabconnect middleware and fabric toolkits

Application kits

Accelerate development using ready-made app kits tailored for common blockchain use cases

  • Ready-to-deploy smart contract logic
  • UI components integrated with SettleMint APIs
  • Customizable templates for faster prototyping

Should you use managed SaaS or self-hosted infrastructure?

Common Question: "What's the difference between SettleMint's managed SaaS and self-hosted options? Which one should I choose for my enterprise blockchain project?"

Answer: Choose based on your organization's requirements:

  • SaaS for fast time-to-market with zero DevOps overhead (recommended for most projects)
  • Self-managed for strict compliance requirements or existing Kubernetes infrastructure

Cost & time implications:

  • SaaS: Production-ready in 1-2 days, no infrastructure costs
  • Self-managed: 1-2 weeks setup, full control over infrastructure and compliance

SaaS - managed by SettleMint

Run your blockchain use case instantly with SettleMint hosting, scaling, and maintenance handled for you.

  • Instant setup and onboarding
  • Managed infrastructure and monitoring
  • No DevOps or system admin required

Self-Managed

Deploy and operate SettleMint on your own infrastructure with full control and flexibility.

  • Deploy on Kubernetes or virtual machines
  • Bring your own cloud or on-premises setup
  • Full DevOps control and custom integrations

How to build and deploy EVM blockchain applications step-by-step

Complete Development Timeline: Following this guide, you can have a production-ready EVM blockchain application running in 2-3 weeks instead of the typical 6-12 months with traditional blockchain development.

How to build enterprise Hyperledger Fabric applications step-by-step

Enterprise Blockchain Timeline: Hyperledger Fabric applications typically require 2-4 weeks for development with SettleMint, compared to 8-18 months with traditional enterprise blockchain development approaches.