Introduction to Angor Testing#

Angor is a decentralized crowdfunding project leveraging the security of Bitcoin and the transparency of Nostr. Investors’ funds are released in stages through time-lock contracts, and unspent funds can be recovered at any point (recovered funds may incur a penalty). Testing Angor involves verifying these processes and ensuring the platform works as intended.

Step-by-Step Guide to Testing Angor#

Step 1: Initial Setup#

1. Create a Wallet on Angor#

Steps:

• Sign up on the Angor platform.
• Navigate to the wallet creation section.
• Click on “Create Wallet.”
• Angor will automatically set up the wallet for you.

2. Obtain Test Coins#

Steps:

• Go to the test coins section.
• Click on “Get Test Coins.”
• The test coins will be added to your newly created wallet.

Step 2: Testing the Investment Process#

1. Choose a Project#

Steps:

• Browse the available projects on Angor.
• Select a project to invest in.
• Review the project details and milestones.

2. Make an Investment#

Steps:

• Navigate to the chosen project’s page.
• Click on the “Invest” button.
• Enter the amount you wish to invest in the provided field.
• Click “Submit” to confirm the transaction.
• Wait for the founder to approve (this is a manual process by the founder).
• Wait for the transaction to be confirmed on the blockchain. This may take a few minutes.

3. If you are testing as the founder and investor#

• Go to the project page and approve the investment.

Step 3: Creating and Managing a Project (For Founders)#

Create a New Project#

Steps:

• Navigate to the “Create Project” section on Angor.
• Enter the project name, description, and goals.
• Define the project milestones and the corresponding time-lock contracts.
• Upload a banner image to make the project page more appealing.
• Click “Submit” to create the project.

Post Project Updates on Nostr#

Steps:

• Export the private key from Angor.
• Import the private key into a Nostr client.
• Post updates on project progress and milestone completion on Nostr.
• Ensure updates are clear and informative for investors.

Spend Funds for Milestones#

Steps:

• As a founder, once a milestone is reached, sign the transaction to spend the funds for that milestone.
• Ensure the spending aligns with the milestone requirements and project goals.

Step 4: Testing Milestone Verification and Fund Release#

1. Monitor Project Progress#

Steps:

• Regularly check the project updates on Angor.
• Monitor the project’s progress and milestone completion status as reported by the project owner.

2. Review Milestone Status#

Steps:

• When a milestone is due, check the milestone status update provided by the project owner on Angor.
• Ensure the reported progress aligns with the expected timeline and requirements for the milestone.

3. Release of Funds#

If You Are the Founder:

• As the project founder, spend the first milestone funds by signing the transaction.
• Verify that the funds are released according to the time-lock contract once a milestone is reached.

As the Investor:

• Wait for the project founder to approve the investment and release the milestone funds.
• Verify that subsequent milestone funds are released according to the time-lock contract as each milestone is reached.

Step 5: Testing Fund Recovery#

1. Initiate Fund Recovery#

Steps:

• If a project fails to meet its milestones, go to your project dashboard.
• Click on the recovery option.
• Initiate the fund recovery process.

2. Receive Recovered Funds into Penalty#

Steps:

• Confirm the recovery transaction.
• Check your funds are locked in the penalty (it will show how many days are left to recover the funds).

3. Receive Funds out of Penalty#

Steps:

• Wait till the penalty expires.
• Move your funds out of penalty to your wallet.

Step 6: User Experience and Feedback#

1. Evaluate User Interface#

Steps:

• Navigate through the Angor platform.
• Assess the user interface for ease of use, design, and functionality.
• Ensure all features are accessible and intuitive.

2. Submit Feedback#

Steps:

• Use the Angor repository on GitHub to submit your feedback as issues.
• Suggest improvements or provide general feedback.
• Check for a response or acknowledgment from the Angor team.
• Join our Discord or Telegram to discuss more and ask questions.