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ResVault

A Chrome extension that serves as a comprehensive wallet for ResilientDB, providing a user-friendly interface for managing accounts, submitting transactions, deploying smart contracts, and interacting with the ResilientDB blockchain network.

Overview

ResVault is a Chrome extension wallet designed specifically for ResilientDB, a High Throughput Yielding Permissioned Blockchain Fabric founded by ExpoLab  at UC Davis  in 2018. ResilientDB advocates a system-centric design by adopting a multi-threaded architecture that encompasses deep pipelines and separates the ordering of client transactions from their execution.

Features

Core Functionality

  • Account Management

    • Create new accounts with secure key generation
    • Delete existing accounts
    • Multi-account support with key pair switching
    • User profiles and authentication

  • Transaction Operations

    • Submit transactions to ResilientDB networks
    • Transaction logging and history
    • Secure transaction signing with Ed25519 keys
    • File upload for transaction data

  • Network Management

    • Switch between ResilientDB Mainnet and Localnet
    • Custom network configuration
    • Real-time connection status
    • Network-specific settings

  • Service Modes

    • Key-Value service mode for data operations
    • Smart Contract service mode for contract deployment
    • Dynamic mode switching

Smart Contract Features (v1.2.0)

  • Contract Deployment

    • Deploy Solidity smart contracts directly from the wallet
    • Automatic contract compilation on the server
    • Address ownership using your wallet address
    • GraphQL integration with ResilientDB contract service

  • Contract Management

    • Upload and deploy contract files
    • Constructor argument support
    • Contract address tracking
    • Deployment status monitoring

Planned Features

  • Password improvement
  • Transaction details view
  • View all transactions functionality
  • Contract execution and interaction
  • Gas estimation and optimization

Installation

Building and Installing from Source

ResVault can be built from source and then installed into chrome.

Prerequisites

  • Node.js (required for building)
  • Git

Build Steps

  1. Clone the Repository

    git clone https://github.com/ResilientApp/ResVault.git
cd ResVault

  2. Install Dependencies

    npm install --legacy-peer-deps

  3. Build the Extension

    npm run build

  4. Install in Chrome

    • Open Chrome and navigate to chrome://extensions/
    • Toggle Developer mode on (top right corner)
    • Click Load unpacked
    • Select the build folder from the ResVault project directory

  5. Verify Installation

    • The ResVault extension should appear in your Chrome extensions list
    • Click the extension icon in the toolbar to access the wallet

Future Installation Methods

  • Chrome Web Store: Coming Soon
  • GitHub Releases: Will be available once releases are published

Usage

Getting Started

  1. Access the Wallet

    • Click the ResVault extension icon in your Chrome toolbar
    • The wallet interface will open in a popup window

  2. Create Your First Account

    • Click “Create Account” to generate a new wallet
    • Follow the setup process to secure your account
    • Save your recovery information securely

  3. Login to Your Account

    • Use your credentials to access your wallet
    • Ensure you’re on a secure connection

Managing Accounts

  • Create Account: Generate new wallet addresses with secure key pairs
  • Delete Account: Remove accounts you no longer need
  • Switch Accounts: Easily switch between multiple key pairs
  • User Profiles: Manage different user profiles within the wallet
  • Export/Import Keys: Download and upload key pair files

Network Configuration

  1. Select Network

    • Choose between ResilientDB Mainnet and Localnet
    • Configure custom network endpoints
    • Set protocol (HTTP/HTTPS)

  2. Service Mode

    • Toggle between Key-Value and Smart Contract modes
    • Mode-specific functionality and interfaces

  3. Connection Status

    • Real-time connection indicators
    • Network-specific settings and configurations

Submitting Transactions

  1. Prepare Transaction

    • Upload JSON transaction files
    • Enter transaction details manually
    • Verify recipient addresses and amounts

  2. Review and Confirm

    • Double-check all transaction details
    • Confirm the transaction with your private key

  3. Monitor Status

    • Track transaction status in real-time
    • View transaction history and confirmations
    • Copy transaction IDs for reference

Smart Contract Deployment

  1. Upload Contract

    • Upload Solidity contract files
    • Paste contract code directly
    • Provide constructor arguments if needed

  2. Deploy Contract

    • Deploy using your wallet address as owner
    • Monitor deployment progress
    • Receive contract address upon successful deployment

  3. Contract Management

    • Track deployed contracts
    • View contract addresses and ownership
    • Monitor contract deployment status

Transaction Logging

  • View all submitted transactions
  • Check transaction status and confirmations
  • Access detailed transaction information
  • Export transaction history

Security Considerations

Best Practices

  • Secure Storage: Never share your private keys or recovery phrases
  • Regular Updates: Keep the extension updated to the latest version
  • Secure Environment: Only use the wallet on trusted devices and networks
  • Backup: Always backup your account recovery information

Privacy

  • ResVault operates locally in your browser
  • Private keys are stored securely in the extension
  • No sensitive data is transmitted to external servers

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

  1. Extension Not Loading

    • Ensure Developer mode is enabled in Chrome
    • Check that the build folder is correctly selected
    • Try refreshing the extensions page

  2. Transaction Failures

    • Verify you have sufficient balance
    • Check network connectivity to ResilientDB
    • Ensure transaction parameters are correct

  3. Account Access Issues

    • Verify your login credentials
    • Check if the account exists
    • Try refreshing the extension

License

This project is licensed under the Apache License 2.0 - see the LICENSE  file for details.

Contributing

We welcome contributions to this project! Please feel free to submit pull requests, report issues, or suggest new features.

Questions or Feedback about ResVault?

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