Hardhat 3 is a major overhaul with exciting new features:
- 🧪 Solidity tests as a first-class testing option
- 🌐 Multichain support for today's rollup-centric world
- ⚡ Rust-powered runtime for faster execution
- 🧱 Revamped build system with full npm compatibility and build profiles
- 🚀 Hardhat Ignition for streamlined contract deployments
It's currently in alpha state, but you can try it out and give us feedback!
Getting started
To install Hardhat 3, run the following commands in an empty directory:
npm init -y
npm install --save-dev hardhat@next
npx hardhat --init
This will take you through an interactive setup process to get started using Hardhat 3.
Learn more
To learn more about Hardhat 3, check out the Hardhat 3 Alpha documentation.
Feedback and help
If you have any questions, feedback, or need help, join the Hardhat 3 Alpha Telegram group.
Since this is still an alpha release, things will change, and your feedback can make a big difference. Let us know what you think and need!