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Develop DeFi protocols

Launch NFT platforms

Provide Solana program development services

Offer consulting for Anchor-based dApps

Create client SDKs and automation tools

Enhanced Rust and Solana version compatibility

Better integration with frontend frameworks

Extended macro library for advanced patterns

Improved CI/CD support for Solana programs

Expanded community tooling and templates

If targeting blockchains other than Solana

For rapid prototyping without Rust knowledge

When minimal program deployment without IDL is sufficient

If using prebuilt programs and only client-side interaction is needed

Projects with team unfamiliar with Rust or Solana

Anchor is a Rust framework for Solana smart contract development, testing, and deployment.

Reduces boilerplate and enforces best practices for program and account management.

IDL generation enables type-safe client interactions.

Supports testing with local validator and automated scripts.

Widely adopted in Solana DeFi, NFT, and general dApp ecosystems.

Is Anchor free?

Yes - open-source under Apache 2.0 license.

Which blockchain does Anchor support?

Solana (devnet, testnet, mainnet).

Can I deploy NFTs with Anchor?

Yes - supports NFT minting programs and Metaplex integration.

Does Anchor support automated testing?

Yes - integrated with local validator and test framework.

Can Anchor programs interact with DeFi protocols?

Yes - supports Serum, Raydium, and other Solana DeFi programs.