How to Run a Bootstrap Node
This guide provides a step-by-step walkthrough for setting up a bootstrap node, which serves as an entry point for light clients in your network.
Ensure that you meet the system requirements. We recommend downloading the pre-compiled binary for speed and convenience.
It's advisable to deploy multiple bootstrap nodes. A good rule of thumb is to have at least three to five bootstrap nodes to kickstart a new network.
Step 1: Compile the Binary
Navigate to the cloned project directory and compile the source code:
cd avail-light-bootstrap
cargo build --release # Compile the project in release mode
Upon successful compilation, you'll find the binary at target/release/avail-light-bootstrap.
Step 2: Deploy the Binary
If you've compiled the binary on a local machine, transfer it to your server using scp or any other secure method.
Step 3: Create and Edit the Configuration File
On your server, navigate to the directory where you've placed the binary. Create and edit a config.yaml file:
touch config.yaml # Create a new config.yaml file
nano config.yaml # Open the file in a text editor
Populate the file with the following example configuration:
log_level: 'INFO' # Logging level
log_format_json: false # Log format
secret_key: { seed: 'unique_seed' } # Secret key setting
libp2p_port: 39000 # libp2p port
libp2p_identify_protocol: '/avail_kad/id/1.0.0' # libp2p protocol
For more advanced configurations, consult the Configuration Reference.