What do you want to do?
- Understand how the SDK works → Concepts + Tutorial
- New to Cosmos or Blockchain? → Start here
- Build something quickly → Quickstart
- Run a node → Operations
- Explore modules → Module Directory
- Go deeper on advanced topics → In-depth Guides
Learn + Build (Recommended Path)
Get a solid mental model of the SDK and build your first chain.- Read the intro pages and Cosmos Architecture for an overview of how a Cosmos chain is structured
- Read the Concepts section (Fundamentals, Modules, SDK Internals)
- Follow the Build a Chain Tutorial
Get running fast
Spin up a local chain in minutes. From there, continue the tutorial to learn more about building modules:- Build a Module from Scratch: write your first custom module with messages, queries, and state
- Full Counter Module Walkthrough: add advanced features like fees, events, and module accounts
- Run, Test, and Configure: test your chain and configure it for different environments