How to Set Up the BackEnd/FrontEnd (BEFE)

We’ve deployed a remote BEFE to simplify getting started. It’s a replica of the local setup you can download and install later when ready to customize your project.

The remote BEFE is enabled by default in the Unreal project.

In both instances, you will need to create an account. Follow the steps for your preferred method.

Use Remote BEFE

Use the Remote BEFE for Quick Start

1. Create an Account

• Visit https://projectphoenixclx.com/.

• Create an account and connect your wallet.

  • Note: Wallet connection is currently read-only and pulls in clones from the wallet.

2. Continue to How to Download and Set Up Project Phoenix

Use Local BEFE

Use the Local BEFE Setup

If you prefer to use the local BEFE, follow the steps below to set it up.

1. Open GitHub Desktop

• If you don’t have it installed, download it from GitHub Desktop and follow the setup steps.

2. Clone the Repository

• Go to the top menu and select File > Clone Repository.

• Click on the GitHub tab and find the repository named ProjectPhoenix-BEFE

• Choose a folder on your computer where you’d like to save the project, then click Clone.

• If the repos do not show up on the GitHub tab you can go to the GitHub link of the project (https://github.com/RTFKT-Ltd/ProjectPhoenix-BEFE), click on Code and select Open with GitHub Desktop

3. Navigate to the Project Directory

• Open the folder where you saved the project.

• Open the Backend folder

4. Open a Terminal or Command Prompt

• From within the Backend folder:

  • On Windows, right-click or Shift+right-click inside the folder and choose Open Powershell window here or Open Command Prompt Here.

  • On Mac, open the Terminal app and use the cd command to navigate to the project folder.

5. Install Dependencies

• In the terminal or command prompt, type the following command and press Enter:

npm install

6. Start the Application

• Once the dependencies are installed, start the application by typing:

node server

7. Access the Frontend

• Access the frontend by going in your favorite browser and type:

http://localhost:3111

• Create an account and connect your wallet.

  • Note: Wallet connection is currently read-only and pulls in clones from the wallet.