# Forking Mainnet

- Channel: [Base](https://streameth.org/base)
- Date: 2023-10-09
- Duration: 04:33
- Topics: Forking Mainnet, Hardhat forking features, Using Hardhat, hardhat solidity, hardhat solidity tutorial, hardhat tutorial, solidity for beginners, solidity tutorials, solidity programming, intro to solidity programming, solidity projects, solidity smart contracts, solidity developer, base blockchain, solidity blockchain, solidity tutorials for beginners, building smart contracts on ethereum, building smart contracts using solidity, smart contract programmer
- Watch: https://streameth.org/watch/yt-AcFOm4KM9Ys
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AcFOm4KM9Ys

## Description

Forking in Hardhat: Run tests and transactions on a copy of the mainnet, allowing you to test real functions with real money before deploying. Gain confidence in your smart contracts, ensuring they work flawlessly with real-world scenarios. 🛠️💰

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