What I Learned About Token Design on Solana as a Web2 Developer
The article discusses the author's transition from Web2 development to exploring token design on the Solana blockchain. It highlights the differences in ownership, permissions, and trust between traditional systems and blockchain technology. The author shares insights on creating tokens, adding metadata, and the unique features of Solana's Token Extensions Program.
- ▪The author initially viewed digital assets as simple database entries but discovered blockchain's impact on ownership and trust.
- ▪Solana's Token Extensions Program allows advanced token functionality to be enforced directly on-chain, unlike traditional Web2 systems.
- ▪The author created a token on Solana, added metadata, and explored features like transfer fees and non-transferable tokens.
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