> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.initia.xyz/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
# Setting Up Your Development Environment
This guide walks you through setting up your development environment for working
with Move modules on Initia. You'll learn how to install the necessary tools,
create accounts, and prepare for Move development on either Initia L1 or Move
rollups.
## Prerequisites
Before getting started, ensure you have:
* A terminal or command prompt
* Internet connection for downloading tools and accessing faucets
* Basic familiarity with command-line interfaces
This tutorial supports both Initia L1 and Move rollups development. The steps
are similar, but we'll highlight the differences where they occur.
## Development Tools Overview
You have two main options for interacting with Initia networks:
CLIs provide direct access to network functionality through terminal commands. Select based on your target network:
* **initiad**: For Initia L1 development
* **minitiad**: For Move rollup development
A TypeScript/JavaScript SDK that provides programmatic access to Initia networks. Ideal for:
* Web application integration
* Automated workflows
* TypeScript/JavaScript developers
Select and install the tools that match your development approach and target network.
### CLI Tools
Command-line interface for Initia L1 development and interaction.
Command-line interface for Move rollup development and interaction.
### SDK Option
TypeScript/JavaScript SDK for programmatic blockchain interaction.
You can install multiple tools if you plan to work across different networks or prefer having both CLI and SDK options available.
After installing your chosen tools, create an account that you'll use for deploying and testing your Move modules.
```bash theme={null}
initiad keys add example
```
```bash theme={null}
minitiad keys add example
```
Generate a new account with a fresh mnemonic:
```ts theme={null}
import { MnemonicKey } from '@initia/initia.js'
// Generate a new account with a random mnemonic
const key = new MnemonicKey()
console.log('mnemonic:', key.mnemonic)
console.log('private key:', key.privateKey)
console.log('public key:', key.publicKey)
console.log('account address:', key.accAddress)
```
Or import an existing account from a mnemonic:
```ts theme={null}
import { MnemonicKey } from '@initia/initia.js'
// Import existing account from environment variable
const key = new MnemonicKey({
mnemonic: process.env.MNEMONIC,
})
console.log('account address:', key.accAddress)
```
### Expected Output
Your account creation will generate output similar to this:
```bash theme={null}
- address: init1ejr270mhdw260hk4ggp4kwmxd20authfag282m
name: example
pubkey: '{"@type":"/cosmos.crypto.secp256k1.PubKey","key":"AzBfkuS1ojSqNfqztk34Pn86n7D5MbhKobmsUIN372QG"}'
type: local
**Important** write this mnemonic phrase in a safe place. It is the only way to
recover your account if you ever forget your password.
[mnemonic from environment variable]
```
**For new account generation:**
```bash theme={null}
mnemonic: sunset major dog cat window spider victory ocean crystal repair guard volcano front husband duck prepare pioneer today shift patrol desert friend power master
private key:
public key: Z { key: 'A2Bf8uK9RMehfDmBM3AwqZ4Y21r2H+hUMjS6++CSP' }
account address: init1d7s3q7nmlzqz9v4tk6ntrvfmavu2vk656gr29j
```
**For importing existing account:**
```bash theme={null}
account address: init17mq4sqemx2djc59tda76y20nwp4pfn4943x9ze
```
**Secure Your Mnemonic Phrase**
Your mnemonic phrase is the only way to recover your account. Store it securely
and never share it publicly. Consider using a password manager or writing it
down and storing it in a safe place.
To deploy and test Move modules, your account needs tokens to pay for transaction fees.
### Testnet Funding
For testnet development, use the official Initia faucet to get free tokens:
Get free testnet tokens for development and testing purposes.
### Funding Process
1. Visit the [Initia faucet](https://v1.app.testnet.initia.xyz/faucet)
2. Enter your account address (from the previous step)
3. Request tokens for your target network
4. Wait for the transaction to be processed
Faucet tokens are only for testnet use and have no monetary value. They're
designed specifically for development and testing purposes.
### Verify Your Balance
After funding, verify your account has received tokens:
initiad query bank balances \[your-address]
minitiad query bank balances \[your-address]
## Next Steps
With your development environment set up, you're ready to start building with
Move! The next section will guide you through creating, compiling, deploying,
and interacting with your first Move module.
Learn how to configure your CLI for different networks and environments.
Understand the fundamentals of Move module structure and development.