Algorand Project Setup

AlgoKit Project Setup & Examples

Quick Start

# Install AlgoKit
pipx install algokit

# Create a fullstack project — smart contracts + React frontend (default)
algokit init -n my-project -t fullstack --answer preset_name production --answer contract_template typescript --defaults

# Development cycle
cd my-project
algokit project run build    # Compile contracts
algokit project run test     # Run tests
algokit localnet start       # Start local network
algokit project deploy localnet  # Deploy

Reference Guide

Creating Projects

Initialize new Algorand projects using AlgoKit templates and presets.

• project-templates.md — Templates, presets, CLI flags, and customization options

CLI Commands

Build, test, deploy, and manage LocalNet with AlgoKit CLI.

• cli-commands.md — Full CLI command reference and workflow

Searching Examples

Find working contract examples from Algorand Foundation repositories using GitHub tools.

• github-search-tools.md — GitHub MCP tools, priority repos, search patterns

Important Rules

• Always confirm with user before running algokit init
• Default to fullstack template (-t fullstack) with TypeScript contracts and production preset — MUST pass --answer contract_template typescript since the default is Python
• Always build before testing — tests use generated clients
• Search algorandfoundation repos first — official, vetted examples

Canonical Example Repos

Always fetch corresponding test files alongside contract examples.

Cross-References

• algorand-core — AVM mental model, transaction types, protocol concepts
• algorand-typescript / algorand-python — Contract development syntax and patterns
• algorand-frontend — React frontend integration and wallet connection