OpenSea Launches Shipyard: New Tool for NFTs
Date: 2023-11-29 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: CRYPTO PAYMENTS
Shipyard: Facilitating NFT Creation
Traditionally, NFT smart contract developers relied on various templates from well-known libraries like OpenZeppelin and Solmate. These templates provided a foundation for crafting secure and efficient code in the expanding digital asset realm.
Shipyard now stands as a viable alternative to OpenZeppelin and Solmate. According to OpenSea, this new library streamlines the process for those venturing into NFT creation:
"We created Shipyard to better unify and supplement these tools, specifically for NFT creators and developers. We hope Shipyard will serve as a hub for NFT-related development, making it easier for tech-savvy developers to start creating their own NFTs."
Opportunities for Developers
Shipyard's unique proposition involves integrating multiple top-tier libraries and NFT implementations, enabling a wide spectrum of NFT projects. Additionally, it fosters a collaborative spirit by offering an open repository where developers worldwide can contribute.
Another standout feature is the suite of platform tools tailored for developers. These tools include capabilities like on-chain dynamic metadata for smoother NFT transfers, specialized encoders, and decoders. These are specifically designed to implement Shipyard Improvement Proposals (SIPs), streamlining the port-building process.
The platform not only facilitates creation but also aims to enforce common standards and advance experiences. By doing so, OpenSea seeks to broaden the horizons of the NFT community, allowing more people to learn and implement innovations.
OpenSea warmly invited the NFT developer community, stating, "If you're an NFT developer, we hope you'll join as a contributor!"
OpenSea Boycott
While OpenSea's announcement of Shipyard was seen as a significant step forward for NFT developers, the company faced some turbulence on social media platforms. The cryptocurrency community, always actively engaged in discussions regarding rights and artist royalties, did not forget past disagreements surrounding OpenSea.
In August, OpenSea encountered severe backlash over canceling royalties for creators—a vital mechanism ensuring they continue to benefit from the valuation of their work. Two months later, the OpenSea boycott movement remains alive on social media.
As the NFT space continues to evolve, tools like Shipyard play a pivotal role in stimulating growth, collaboration, and innovation among creators and developers. It remains to be seen whether Shipyard garners support among NFT developers or remains obscure due to protests against OpenSea.
