Geist API Quickstart

Introduction

Geist is a curated blockchain infrastructure powering high-quality crypto gaming experiences. Built on Arbitrum technology, it uses $GHST as its native gas token, enhancing the token’s utility. Geist prioritizes quality over quantity, offering a members-only approach, world-class developer tools, and innovative features like native VRF. As the onchain home of Aavegotchi, Geist aims to redefine crypto gaming with a focus on user engagement and sustainability.

What is the Geist API?

The Geist API allows interaction with the Geist network through a set of JSON-RPC methods. Its design is familiar to developers who have worked with Ethereum’s JSON-RPC APIs, making it intuitive and straightforward to use.

Getting Started Instructions

1. Choose a Package Manager (npm or yarn)

Select a package manager to manage your project’s dependencies. Choose between npm and yarn based on your preference or project requirements.

2. Set Up Your Project

Open your terminal and execute the following commands to create and initialize your project:

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mkdir geist-api-quickstart
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cd geist-api-quickstart
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npm init --yes

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mkdir geist-api-quickstart
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cd geist-api-quickstart
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yarn init --yes

This creates a new directory named geist-api-quickstart and initializes a Node.js project within it.

3. Make Your First Request

Install Axios, a popular HTTP client, to make API requests:

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npm install axios
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# Or with yarn
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# yarn add axios

Create an index.js file in your project directory and paste the following code:

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const axios = require('axios');
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const url = 'https://geist-mainnet.g.alchemy.com/v2/${your-api-key}';
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const payload = {
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  jsonrpc: '2.0',
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  id: 1,
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  method: 'eth_blockNumber',
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  params: []
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};
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axios.post(url, payload)
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  .then(response => {
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    console.log('Latest Block:', response.data.result);
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  })
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  .catch(error => {
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    console.error(error);
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  });

Remember to replace your-api-key with your actual Alchemy API key that you can get from your Alchemy dashboard.

4. Run Your Script

Execute your script to make a request to the Geist mainnet:

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node index.js

You should see the latest block information from Geist’s mainnet outputted to your console:

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Latest Block: 0x...

Next Steps

Congratulations! You’ve made your first request to the Geist network. You can now explore the various JSON-RPC methods available on Geist and start building your dApps on this innovative platform.