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polkadot{.js}

polkadot-js · v0.132.1 • deprecated

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Portal into the Polkadot and Substrate networks

brew install --cask polkadot-js
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Trust Score 7/10
Open source (Apache-2.0) +3
Active development +2
Licensed +1
No auto-updates +0
Deprecated +0
Established (>1yr) +1
Low installs +0

Review

Mar 11, 2026

polkadot.js provides a comprehensive portal for interacting with Polkadot and Substrate networks, offering essential tools for developers and blockchain enthusiasts to access and manage Substrate chains effectively.

Enables users to interact with Polkadot and Substrate nodes through a user-friendly interface.

Maturity: The project shows active development with a strong GitHub presence, though it has a moderate number of open issues.

Community: No significant community discussion found on Hacker News or Reddit.

Pros

  • + Essential tool for blockchain developers working with Polkadot and Substrate.
  • + Active maintenance and updates indicated by recent GitHub activity.
  • + Permissive Apache-2.0 license allows for broad use and modification.

Cons

  • - Lacks auto-update functionality, requiring manual checks for new versions.
  • - No significant community discussion outside of GitHub.
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TypeScriptLast commit: Mar 4, 2026