Polkadot’s potential, leveled up: Apillon’s game-changing integrations
Discover how Apillon turned Polkadot into a Web3 builder’s playground with intuitive tools and simplified workflows to build the future.
· The why, the how, and the now
· Polkadot, a blockchain of blockchains
· Why it stood out to us:
· The Apillon layer
· The Apillon impact
· Expanding horizons: Scaling beyond Polkadot
· Why Apillon?
· The next phase of Web3
Web3 runs on an entirely new infrastructure requiring a unique design and programming setup. Currently, the focus is on protocol-level development, making mainstream adoption quite challenging. If Web3 is to achieve mass adoption, we must rethink its usability from the ground up.
In the past, using familiar programming languages with newer technologies has often simplified developers’ work, allowing them to devote more time to the outcome rather than dealing with the basics of the tech they work with.
And this is where Apillon comes in — creating a seamless UX layer over Polkadot to make Web3 more accessible for both developers and users.
The why, the how, and the now
Polkadot is a network of opportunity. Its interoperable and use-case-specific parachains offer everything a developer needs to build innovative Web3 products.
But here’s the catch — it’s not plug-and-play. For many, the technical barriers make Polkadot’s potential feel just out of reach.
Apillon aims to change this dynamic. By lowering the entry barrier and turning parachains into developer-ready services via APIs, SDKs, and CLIs, we are serving Web3 building on a faster, easier, and more accessible silver platter.
Our journey with Polkadot is proof of our know-how to streamline complex services and different blockchains, and why we’re ready to expand this approach to other ecosystems.
Polkadot, a blockchain of blockchains
Polkadot was designed with collaboration in mind. Its unique architecture connects parachains through a relay chain, offering interoperability, scalability, and flexibility like no other ecosystem.
“Technologies like Polkadot — Parity’s inter-chain blockchain protocol — will connect different technological threads into a single economy and “movement.”
— Gavin Wood, Founder of Polkadot
Why it stood out to us:
- Interoperability by design: Polkadot’s cross-chain messaging system (XCM) makes communication between parachains secure and seamless.
- Specialized use cases: Parachains like Crust Network (hosting, storage) and Acurast (RPC provider) showcase Polkadot’s strength for building custom-fit solutions.
- Modular design: Parachains function as modular blocks, like typical microservices, allowing developers to add features without disrupting existing workflows.
- Innovation-friendly framework: Powered by the Substrate framework, Polkadot empowers developers to design niche solutions while maintaining scalability or flexibility.
But, as promising as Polkadot is, building on its network comes with challenges that can evolve over time, increasing the effort needed for maintenance.
Integrating with its network can be complex, mainly as each parachain operates with unique rules, protocols, and levels of abstraction, making it tricky for both new and seasoned developers.
Builders also need to manage various token assets to settle services across parachains, which adds to another layer of constant upkeep — no small feat in a world of volatile crypto portfolios.
Apillon identified and transformed these challenges into opportunities, creating a smooth path through blockchain’s complexity. By offering clear and tangible benefits, we’re leading more developers into Web3, enabling them to focus on building innovative, high-quality products.
“What Polkadot is to parachains at the backend, Apillon is at the frontend — building an interoperability layer for devs to interact with the whole ecosystem.”
— Nate Hamilton, Director of business development at PureStake
The Apillon layer
Simplifying Web3 building: going in and coming out
Apillon’s platform sits atop Polkadot, transforming its raw potential into developer-ready services. Think of it as a one-stop shop — we handle the heavy lifting so developers can focus on building and accessing multiple Polkadot-based services through a unified interface. It’s a matter of clicks, not weeks of research.
The Apillon platform combines two transformative elements: seamless integration of diverse parachain technologies and a unified pricing mechanism.
Integration of services
Parachains, integrated into the Apillon platform, come out on the developers’ side as SDKs, APIs, CLIs and drag-and-drop sections. They are similar to building blocks, enabling developers to deploy projects quickly and efficiently. Web3 builders can pick their own pace and building style, leveraging diverse Polkadot services to launch their projects in minutes without any unnecessary hustle.
“Apillon has significantly reduced our development time, enabling us to focus on delivering value to our users,”
— Hoon Kim, former CTO at Astar Network, CEO and founder at Team STEP
In just under two years, Apillon evolved from a promising idea into a dynamic platform hosting over nine fully-fledged Web3 services and five template-based Web3 solutions. Starting with just four essential tools in 2022, its rapid growth now highlights innovation and effective user-centric design.
Financial equation solved
While the platform handles all token management in the background, developers can pay for services using DOT or fiat in a single step. This process eliminates the need for complicated token handling, enabling a more predictable development process and a smoother payment experience.
“By enabling users to pay for all the underlying services and their native tokens with one single transaction addresses the biggest Web3 issues: token volatility and complex payment systems.” — Matjaž Sobočan, CEO at Apillon
Besides, this principle allows users to plan for stable growth, otherwise an anomaly in the Web3-adjacent world. Teams can now plan more effectively and confidently allocate resources without financial uncertainties. This approach saves time, reduces risk, and enhances the scalability of Web3 projects.
The Apillon impact
Apillon’s role has been instrumental in simplifying Web3 building on Polkadot. We have created a collaborative space through strategic partnerships where developers thrive and the ecosystem can grow stronger.
But the true impact goes beyond metrics.
Amplifying Polkadot’s reach
The benefits for developers are clear: ease of use, time saved, enhanced user experience, scalability, and cost predictability, which allow developers to achieve more with fewer resources.
Our work creates a ripple effect showing a growing interest in Polkadot — developers leverage parachains to craft innovative Web3 products, encouraging users to rethink how they handle data, digital assets and online interactions, and so it goes. Every developer onboarded becomes an advocate for Polkadot.
With over 139,000 users onboarded, 9.08 million API calls processed, and 20,324 NFT collections launched, Apillon’s impact on Web3 adoption speaks for itself.
It’s about fostering a community of builders who amplify the ecosystem’s potential and provide an easy entry point for users of all kinds to enter Web3.
A win-win for everyone involved.
Apillon has also been actively hosting Polkadot meetups in our region to shape up a close-knit Web3 ecosystem. These events cover a wide range of content — from basic Web3 and Polkadot concepts to more specific themes.
We’ve covered topics from the legal aspect of cryptocurrency, Web3 funding options, ETFs, and more. Since early 2022, we have single-handedly grown a community of over 500 enthusiasts from Ljubljana to Zagreb.
Real-world success stories
We are focused on more than just building infrastructure, we are set on seeing tangible outcomes. By focusing on the organic growth of Polkadot and its parachains through strategic campaigns and SEO efforts, Apillon successfully introduced Web3 to new people.
Partnerships like ReFi Hub and MENT Ljubljana illustrate how traditional businesses can seamlessly transition into Web3 and bring their users along for the journey, too.
From a fully functional Web3-powered impact-investing platform to decentralized memorabilia and ticketing solutions, these success stories highlight the real-world value Apillon delivers.
Collaboration as a cornerstone
Through meaningful contributions and hard work, Apillon has earned the trust of the broader Polkadot ecosystem. We successfully passed three OpenGov Treasury proposals, allowing us to deliver an open-sourced platform and introduced a freemium plan for Polkadot developers to kickstart their Web3 journey for free.
It’s how we’ve turned the assets and support into tangible value for builders and the community. Here is what our ecosystem partners had to say about our engagement in the Polkadot sphere.
Expanding horizons: Scaling beyond Polkadot
Polkadot provided the perfect testbed for Apillon’s vision of modular, developer-first, user-friendly Web3 services. But the challenges we’ve addressed on Polkadot aren’t unique to this ecosystem.
Insights gained:
- Simplification drives adoption: Abstracting technical complexity is essential for onboarding new developers. By removing barriers, teams can transition smoothly into Web3, allowing them to focus on innovation instead of technical hurdles.
- Modularity accelerates building: The ability to mix and match services significantly reduces development time, enabling developers to swiftly deliver solutions while meeting the unique needs of their every project.
- Collaboration fuels progress: Working closely with Web3 service providers has enhanced Apillon’s capacity to deliver effective solutions. These solutions are deployed more efficiently by ensuring seamless integrations, delivering measurable growth and promoting real-world Web3 adoption.
“Apillon has the potential to become the backbone of every Web3 builder’s deck.” — Marvin Tong, Co-founder of Phala Network
Challenges faced
No matter the excellent progress stride, the journey wasn’t without obstacles. Among the most pressing challenges we found and successfully overcome:
- Navigating complexity: The differences between parachains were complex, so we needed to create flexible solutions to unify these variations into a seamless experience for builders.
- Building trust: Introducing new tools to the Polkadot ecosystem meant earning the hard trust of developers and parachain teams when introducing new tools, ensuring that Apillon’s integrations were delivered as promised.
- Scalability and maintenance: As Apillon grew, maintaining high quality and efficiency while scaling our solutions was a demanding task.
Now, we’re taking all these lessons to other ecosystems.
Apillon’s framework is built for scale and is ecosystem-agnostic. Whether it’s Ethereum L2s, Cosmos, or Solana, Apillon can adapt and unify our services across ecosystems and platforms.
The goal? A truly interconnected Web3 where developers can build across chains without friction.
“Apillon is doing amazing work to streamline Web3 development. Their implementation of our SDK is making Web3 accessible for all.” — Dmitry Zhelezov, Co-founder of SQD
Why Apillon?
Apillon has proven itself as an advocate for Web3 innovation. Here’s why ecosystems should want us in their corner:
- Credibility: Apillon has earned trust across Polkadot’s ecosystem, collaborating with prominent parachains and consistently delivering results.
- Demonstrated success: Thousands of projects have launched using Apillon’s tools, showcasing Apillon’s pivotal role in streamlining Web3 development.
- Growth-ready: Apillon’s flexible model ensures we’re prepared to bring success to new ecosystems, empowering developers worldwide.
The next phase of Web3
The Web3 revolution is pushing the limits, and we are at the forefront. By breaking down barriers, we’ve empowered an array of builders to tap into the potential of Web3 without them drowning in technical waters.
As we prepare to scale into new ecosystems, our goal remains clear: to simplify Web3 development, make it scalable, and ensure it delivers real impact.
The decentralized future is not just a vision — it’s an ever-evolving reality. With Apillon, the possibilities are endless.
⧓ About Apillon
The Apillon platform serves as a unified gateway to the Web3 services provided by linked Polkadot parachains. Following the multi-chain vision, Apillon powers the transition of developers to Web3, simplifying its adoption in the real economy, and expanding its versatility as the ecosystem grows. With Apillon, Web3 services are within reach for every developer, regardless of their background and experience with blockchain technology.
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