Back to Basics

Key Takeaways

  • zkSync Era is a newly launched Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatible chain.
  • This is a beginner guide that leads you through bridging, DeFi Apps and the NFT marketplace.
  • Fees are relatively cheaper than Ethereum, but still too expensive, in my opinion.
  • Be wary of low market cap, new and untested decentralised apps you connect and experiment with. As a general rule, use only what you are willing to lose.
  • Utilise Layer3 to build your on-chain transaction history to help qualify for an airdrop.
  • Collective Shift rates zkSync ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ for an airdrop.

00:00 zkSync Era
03:02 MetaMask
04:17 Bridge
08:18 Ecosystem
11:30 Syncswap
15:12 Izumi
16:00 Velocore
17:00 ReactorFusion
19:17 Mint Sqaure
22:11 Layer3
24:16 Analytics
25:30 Explorer
27:48 Conclusion

In light of recent events in the crypto industry, going back to basics can have compounding effects on your cryptocurrency journey.

We’re currently updating our beginner resources; keep an eye out for more fantastic educational content into 2023!