Master Ledger Device Apps development with step-by-step tutorials

As an embedded application developer, you must know all about a handy tool that many of you might find incredibly useful: the Ledger VS Code extension. It’s designed to significantly ease the process of building, testing and loading applications on Ledger devices, leveraging a tailored Docker image by Ledger for a quick environment setup.

For those who haven’t explored this extension yet, it supports app development in both C and Rust for all Ledger devices. Plus, it ensures you stay on top of your game with the latest SDK updates and allows for efficient multitasking with support for multiple app folders in a single workspace.

But here’s the kicker: to make your journey smoother, we’ve released a trio of video tutorials that break down everything you need to know about using this extension effectively.

1. Development environment

Kicking things off, this tutorial takes you through the steps to set up your environment, build your application, and run it with the Speculos emulator. It’s perfect for getting a solid start with the extension.

2. Testing the App

Next up, this tutorial focuses on how to thoroughly test your applications, ensuring they are bulletproof when deployed on actual devices.

3. Device Operations

And finally, this tutorial covers all the device operations that can be performed. It details how to use the extension to the fullest, from the quick initial setup, to loading and deleting applications on a Ledger device.

Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just starting out in the world of Ledger device applications, these tutorials are crafted to enhance your development prowess, making the process as clear and straightforward as possible. 

Have fun coding and testing, and make sure to check out these tutorials and the Developer Portal to fully harness the potential of the Ledger VS Code extension. Happy developing!