Using Adamik API with Bitcoin
This guide demonstrates how to create, sign, and broadcast a transaction using the Adamik API along with the common Bitcoin library, bitcoinjs-lib
.
This tutorial is perfect for developers who want to integrate Adamik’s features into their Bitcoin workflows, ensuring secure and efficient transaction management.
Prerequisites
- Node.js and npm installed
- Basic understanding of Bitcoin and transaction workflows
- Familiarity with the
bitcoinjs
library
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Setting Up the Environment
Ensure you have the bitcoinjs
library installed in your project:
In this example, we’ll start with just the mnemonic and derive a typical HD wallet. For that, we’ll require bip32 and bip39 libraries:
Finally, because we’ll be using deriving a Taproot account for this example, you’ll also need a elyptic curve cryptographiy library (ECC):
2. Writing the Script
https://github.com/bitcoin/bips/blob/master/bip-0086.mediawiki
Below is the script that handles the full transaction flow, from creating a wallet to broadcasting the signed transaction.
3. Explanation
- Wallet Creation: The script begins by creating a wallet using a mnemonic phrase, which is crucial for managing private keys. Please note Adamik API doesn’t have the custody of the assets.
- Transaction Encoding: The transaction details are passed to the Adamik API, which translates them into a raw transaction to be signed.
- Signing and Broadcasting: The transaction is then signed with the wallet’s private key and finally broadcast to the Bitcoin network using the Adamik API.
4. Troubleshooting
- Invalid API Key: Ensure your Adamik API key is correct.
- Network Issues: Verify network availability and Adamik API status.
- Security Note: Never hardcode sensitive information like mnemonic phrases in your production environment.
5. Get in Touch
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