# Introduction

Connext provides the simplest possible experience for building xchain applications (**xApps**).

Building a xApp requires only two straightforward steps:

1. Implement `xReceive` in the destination chain contract. This is the function that receives the payload you pass across chains.
2. Call `xcall` on the origin chain, passing in your payload and relayer fees.

Get started with the [Quickstart](https://docs.connext.network/developers/quickstart)!

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## Important Concepts

### Fast Path vs. Slow Path

Take a moment to review the [Transaction Lifecycle](https://docs.connext.network/concepts/how-it-works/transaction-lifecycle). Here we introduce the concept of "fast path" and "slow path" (authenticated) transfers. The differentiation is crucial to understand for any cross-chain project. Then, try it out with our [Authentication guide](https://docs.connext.network/developers/guides/authentication).

### Relayer Fees

Check out our [guide on relayer fees](https://docs.connext.network/developers/guides/estimating-fees) and how to estimate them.

### Handling Failures

You should always build in contingency for [failed calls](https://docs.connext.network/developers/guides/handling-failures).

### Tracking xCalls

Dive into the c[urrent status of an `xcall`](https://docs.connext.network/developers/guides/xcall-status).

### Nested xCalls

You can even [chain `xcall`](https://docs.connext.network/developers/guides/nested-xcalls)`s` across domains! :open\_mouth:

### Chain Abstraction

Create [seamless cross-chain interactions](https://docs.connext.network/usecases/chain-abstraction/chain-abstraction-guide) without having to switch chains! 🤯

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## Help

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