Introduction Hello everyone! 🚀 In this post, we are diving deep into Midnight , the privacy-focused blockchain! Previously, we covered how to connect a frontend application to Lace Wallet . Now, we’re taking the next big step: connecting to a smart contract! Implementing a full-stack ZK (Zero-Knowledge) application can be tricky, but I’ve navigated the pitfalls and version mismatches so you don't have to. Let’s get started! What You Will Learn How to develop a full-stack application on Midnight. Concrete source code for calling smart contract functions via Lace Wallet. Real-world "gotchas" and how to solve them. The Sample App: A Full-Stack Counter We’ll build a simple app that connects to Lace Wallet, displays balances, and interacts with a Counter smart contract. Prerequisites Lace Wallet browser extension (Midnight-compatible version). PreProd network selected in Lace settings. Some test NIGHT tokens from the official faucet . Docker installed (for running the Proof Server).…