Working with Ethereum testnet through the console

Run this lesson only in testnet.

Lesson Description

In order to complete this lesson you need to install the Ethereum console client. We recommend parity.

Then you need to syncronize it with the testnet kovan and get a bit of ether. The ether will be then used to send a transaction. You can do that in several ways:

• Kovan Faucet You can get test ether for free by going to faucet). The easiest way is to get ether via Github Gist Faucet.
• Make some friends! Connect to our official Telegram channel: Airalab Community, write your testnet address and ask for some free ether. Someone will help you for sure!

Skill test

When you got some ether you can begin lessons.