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A curated list of awesome resources, tools, protocols, analytics, and communities for Decentralized Finance (DeFi). This list covers everything from DeFi basics and protocols to wallets, analytics, and yield farming.
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A curated list of awesome resources, tools, protocols, analytics, and communities for Decentralized Finance (DeFi). This list covers everything from DeFi basics and protocols to wallets, analytics, and yield farming.
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/awesomelistsio/awesome-defi
- Owner: awesomelistsio
- Created: 2024-11-18T00:08:35.000Z (11 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2025-06-21T21:43:48.000Z (4 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-06-21T22:27:35.839Z (4 months ago)
- Topics: awesome, awesome-list, awesome-lists, decentralized-finance, defi
- Language: Python
- Homepage: https://awesome.himpfen.com/
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- Stars: 11
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 1
- Open Issues: 0
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> A curated list of awesome resources, tools, protocols, analytics, and communities for Decentralized Finance (DeFi). This list covers everything from DeFi basics and protocols to wallets, analytics, and yield farming.
## Contents
- [General Resources](#general-resources)
- [DeFi Protocols](#defi-protocols)
- [Decentralized Exchanges (DEXs)](#decentralized-exchanges-dexs)
- [Lending and Borrowing](#lending-and-borrowing)
- [Yield Farming and Staking](#yield-farming-and-staking)
- [Stablecoins](#stablecoins)
- [DeFi Wallets](#defi-wallets)
- [Analytics and Data Tools](#analytics-and-data-tools)
- [Security and Auditing](#security-and-auditing)
- [Educational Resources](#educational-resources)
- [Community and Forums](#community-and-forums)
- [Contribute](#contribute)
- [License](#license)
## General Resources
- **[DeFi Pulse](https://defipulse.com/)** - A comprehensive dashboard tracking the total value locked (TVL) in DeFi protocols.
- **[DeFi Llama](https://defillama.com/)** - An analytics platform tracking TVL across various DeFi platforms.
- **[DeFi Safety](https://www.defisafety.com/)** - Provides safety ratings and assessments for DeFi projects.
- **[Messari DeFi Overview](https://messari.io/defi)** - An overview of the DeFi ecosystem, including key metrics and analysis.
- **[State of the Dapps](https://www.stateofthedapps.com/)** - A directory of decentralized applications, including DeFi projects.
## DeFi Protocols
- **[Uniswap](https://uniswap.org/)** - A decentralized exchange (DEX) for swapping ERC-20 tokens using an automated market maker (AMM) model.
- **[Aave](https://aave.com/)** - A decentralized lending protocol allowing users to lend and borrow crypto assets.
- **[MakerDAO](https://makerdao.com/)** - A decentralized protocol for generating the stablecoin DAI, using Ethereum as collateral.
- **[Curve Finance](https://curve.fi/)** - A decentralized exchange optimized for stablecoin trading with low slippage.
- **[Yearn Finance](https://yearn.finance/)** - A DeFi yield aggregator that automates yield farming strategies for users.
- **[Compound Finance](https://compound.finance/)** - A decentralized lending and borrowing protocol on Ethereum.
## Decentralized Exchanges (DEXs)
- **[Uniswap](https://uniswap.org/)** - A leading DEX on Ethereum for swapping ERC-20 tokens.
- **[SushiSwap](https://sushi.com/)** - A community-driven DEX with additional features like staking and yield farming.
- **[PancakeSwap](https://pancakeswap.finance/)** - A popular DEX on the Binance Smart Chain, known for its low fees.
- **[Balancer](https://balancer.fi/)** - A DEX and automated portfolio manager for ERC-20 tokens.
- **[1inch](https://1inch.io/)** - A DEX aggregator that finds the best rates across multiple DEXs.
## Lending and Borrowing
- **[Aave](https://aave.com/)** - A decentralized lending protocol with features like flash loans and credit delegation.
- **[Compound](https://compound.finance/)** - Allows users to lend or borrow cryptocurrencies with interest rates determined algorithmically.
- **[Cream Finance](https://cream.finance/)** - A lending protocol on Ethereum and Binance Smart Chain, offering a wide range of supported assets.
- **[Liquity](https://www.liquity.org/)** - A decentralized borrowing protocol that allows users to borrow the stablecoin LUSD at a 0% interest rate.
- **[Venus](https://venus.io/)** - A decentralized lending and stablecoin protocol on Binance Smart Chain.
## Yield Farming and Staking
- **[Yearn Finance](https://yearn.finance/)** - Aggregates yield farming opportunities and automates strategies for maximum returns.
- **[Harvest Finance](https://harvest.finance/)** - A yield optimizer platform that automatically farms the highest yields.
- **[Beefy Finance](https://beefy.finance/)** - A yield optimizer on Binance Smart Chain that compounds user earnings automatically.
- **[Convex Finance](https://www.convexfinance.com/)** - Allows Curve liquidity providers to earn boosted rewards without locking CRV tokens.
- **[Alpaca Finance](https://www.alpacafinance.org/)** - A leveraged yield farming platform on Binance Smart Chain.
## Stablecoins
- **[DAI](https://makerdao.com/en/)** - A decentralized, collateral-backed stablecoin created by MakerDAO.
- **[USDC (USD Coin)](https://www.centre.io/usdc)** - A fully collateralized stablecoin backed by US dollars.
- **[Tether (USDT)](https://tether.to/)** - The most widely used stablecoin, pegged to the US dollar.
- **[TerraUSD (UST)](https://www.terra.money/)** - An algorithmic stablecoin by the Terra blockchain (Note: Has faced issues in 2022).
- **[FRAX](https://frax.finance/)** - A partially algorithmic stablecoin aiming for a highly scalable and decentralized design.
## DeFi Wallets
- **[MetaMask](https://metamask.io/)** - A browser extension wallet for Ethereum and ERC-20 tokens, widely used for DeFi applications.
- **[Trust Wallet](https://trustwallet.com/)** - A mobile wallet supporting various DeFi assets and tokens.
- **[Argent Wallet](https://www.argent.xyz/)** - A mobile Ethereum wallet with integrated DeFi features.
- **[Zerion](https://zerion.io/)** - A wallet and DeFi interface for managing assets across different protocols.
- **[Gnosis Safe](https://gnosis-safe.io/)** - A multi-signature wallet designed for secure management of DeFi assets.
## Analytics and Data Tools
- **[DeFi Pulse](https://defipulse.com/)** - Tracks the total value locked (TVL) in DeFi protocols.
- **[Zapper](https://zapper.fi/)** - A DeFi dashboard for tracking assets and yield farming positions.
- **[Dune Analytics](https://dune.com/)** - A platform for querying and visualizing DeFi data.
- **[DeBank](https://debank.com/)** - An analytics tool providing insights into DeFi portfolios and protocols.
- **[Token Terminal](https://tokenterminal.com/)** - Provides fundamental analysis of DeFi projects and protocols.
## Security and Auditing
- **[CertiK](https://www.certik.com/)** - A leading blockchain security company offering audits for DeFi projects.
- **[OpenZeppelin Contracts](https://docs.openzeppelin.com/contracts/)** - A library of secure smart contracts used in DeFi.
- **[Immunefi](https://immunefi.com/)** - A bug bounty platform for DeFi and crypto projects, incentivizing security researchers.
- **[Quantstamp](https://quantstamp.com/)** - A smart contract auditing service for DeFi projects.
## Educational Resources
- **[DeFi 101 by Binance Academy](https://academy.binance.com/en/tag/defi)** - An introduction to the basics of DeFi.
- **[DeFi Guide by CoinGecko](https://www.coingecko.com/en/learn/defi-guide)** - A comprehensive guide to getting started with DeFi.
- **[The Defiant](https://thedefiant.io/)** - A news and analysis platform focused on DeFi.
- **[CryptoZombies DeFi Course](https://cryptozombies.io/)** - A gamified platform for learning about DeFi and smart contracts.
## Community and Forums
- **[Reddit: r/DeFi](https://www.reddit.com/r/DeFi/)** - A subreddit dedicated to discussions about decentralized finance.
- **[Discord: DeFi Community](https://discord.com/invite/defi)** - A server for discussing DeFi projects and trends.
- **[Telegram: DeFi Chat](https://t.me/DeFiChat)** - A Telegram group for DeFi enthusiasts.
- **[Twitter: #DeFi](https://twitter.com/search?q=%23DeFi&src=typed_query)** - Follow the latest updates and discussions on DeFi.
## Contribute
Contributions are welcome!
## License
[](http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/)