The problem BorderX solves

BorderX aims to make sending money across borders easier and cheaper. Traditional methods often involve various banks and middlemen, leading to high fees and slow transactions. BorderX uses blockchain technology to create a direct and secure way for people to send money internationally. This helps reduce fees, speed up the process, and make cross-border payments more accessible to everyone. It's like a modern and efficient way of transferring money between different countries.

Challenges I ran into

Bug/Hurdle Encountered:

While developing the BorderX project, one significant hurdle I faced was related to the integration of Web3.js with MetaMask for user interactions. Specifically, I encountered issues with the asynchronous nature of Ethereum transactions and the need to update the user interface dynamically.

How It Was Resolved:

To address this challenge, I implemented the following solutions:

1. Asynchronous Transactions:

   • Utilized async/await syntax to manage asynchronous transactions more effectively. This ensured that the UI updates only after the transaction is confirmed, preventing premature or incorrect displays of user balances.

2. Error Handling:

   • Implemented robust error handling mechanisms to gracefully manage exceptions and provide informative error messages to users in case of transaction failures or other issues.

3. Testing and Debugging:

   • Employed extensive testing using the Remix IDE and Ganache to simulate various scenarios and identify potential bugs. This helped catch issues early in the development process.

4. MetaMask Compatibility:

   • Ensured compatibility with different versions of MetaMask by referring to the official MetaMask documentation and community forums. This involved staying updated on best practices and adjusting the code accordingly.