Creating an Account
To use Versatus LASR, you need to have an account to deploy your application and run it in the LASR network. To do so, you need to complete the following steps:
Step 1: Download the LASR Wallet
LASR Wallet is a browser extension. Below, you will find the complete list of browsers that support it.
| Windows | Mac | Linux |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | Chrome | Chrome |
| Brave | Brave | |
| Edge | Edge | |
| Arc | ||
| Vivaldi |
Access LASR Wallet to check the necessary steps to add the wallet to your browser.
Step 2: Get VERSE
Versatus provides free test VERSE tokens for new users to start with LASR. The free tokens allow you to create and test your applications without financial commitment. To receive these credits, join the Versatus Discord community and request them.
VERSE is the native token of the Versatus LASR ecosystem. It's used to cover deployment costs and other transactions within the network. By providing free test VERSE tokens, Versatus lowers the barrier for new developers to experiment and build on the platform without financial risks.
A bot is available in the Versatus Discord community to handle funds requests.
Step 3: Connect Your Wallet
The final step is to connect your wallet to LASR Playground. You must have completed Step 1 before. When you connect your wallet to LASR Playground, you will have an account enabling you to use LASR.
When you connect to the LASR Wallet extension, a new Secret Key is generated. You'll use it to have access to the LASR network.
What is a Secret Key in Blockchain?
A Secret Key is a cryptographic key that provides access to the blockchain assets associated with it. The Secret Key is used to sign transactions, proving ownership and granting the ability to transfer assets. It is imperative to keep your Secret Key safe and exclusively accessible to you. If someone else gains access to your Secret Key, they can control your blockchain assets.
The wallet password is different from the Secret Key. Think of the password as you would any application password. While the Secret Key is more like a PIN number to your bank account. Your password protects access to your wallet interface, the Secret Key grants direct access to your blockchain assets.
You have to complete the steps above to proceed once credits are necessary to cover the deployment costs. Versatus uses this approach to minimize spamming. Currently, LASR Faucet is the only source of funds that enables you to register your program on the network.
The LASR Testnet/Devnet allows program registration without any fees. The blockchain networks of Testnet/Devnet offer a less risky environment for users to submit their programs or to test them. As blockchains require a live public network for testing purposes, Testnet/Devnet provides a suitable testing environment.
What's Next?
In addition to having an account, you need to have a Local Keypair to deploy your application. Access the Creating Your First Program page to learn how to create and deploy an application.