Learn SOLANA-RUST with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 25, 2025
Practical Examples
SPL token mint and transfer
NFT minting and marketplace
Voting governance smart contract
Escrow and multi-signature programs
On-chain prediction markets
Troubleshooting
Check Rust compilation errors
Verify account ownership and seeds
Test instruction data serialization
Debug Anchor macros and workspace
Use solana logs for runtime debugging
Testing Guide
Unit-test programs using Rust test framework
Integration tests with local validator
Simulate instruction calls
Validate account state after execution
Use Anchor test environment for devnet deployment
Deployment Options
Solana devnet for development
Testnet for staging
Mainnet-beta for production
Anchor deployment scripts
Dockerized CI/CD pipelines optional
Tools Ecosystem
Solana CLI
Anchor framework
Rust toolchain
Solana Explorer
Solana Web3.js SDK
Integrations
Solana mainnet/devnet/testnet
Anchor framework for streamlined development
Frontend apps via Solana Web3.js
Wallets: Phantom, Solflare
DeFi, NFT marketplaces, gaming apps
Productivity Tips
Use Anchor for faster program scaffolding
Write modular instruction handlers
Leverage devnet for quick iteration
Use Borsh/Anchor serialization for efficiency
Document account layouts clearly
Challenges
Mastering Rust ownership and lifetimes
Managing account state efficiently
Debugging BPF compilation issues
Handling parallel transaction execution
Smaller library ecosystem than Ethereum