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Prerequisites for Running Allfeat

Before you dive into Allfeat, there are a few prerequisites you'll need to have in place. This guide outlines the necessary steps to prepare your environment for running a local node, developing DApps, or becoming a validator on the Allfeat network.

System Requirements

To run Allfeat smoothly, your system should meet the following minimum requirements:

  • Operating System: Ubuntu 18.04 or later, macOS, or a compatible Linux distribution
  • Processor: Intel Core i5 or equivalent
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Storage: 50 GB available space

Software Dependencies

Docker

Allfeat nodes can be run inside Docker containers for ease of setup and isolation. If you choose to use Docker, you must install it first:

Rust and required packages

For building Allfeat and running a node from source, Rust is required:

To successfully build Allfeat, some external packages are required:

Git

Git is required to clone the Allfeat repository:

  • Install Git: Follow the installation guide on the Git website.

Additional Tools

Depending on your development needs, you might also need the following:

  • Node.js and npm: For developing and testing DApps.
  • Web3.js or Ethers.js: Libraries for interacting with Ethereum-based blockchains.

Once you have completed these steps, you're ready to start working with Allfeat. The next section of this documentation will guide you through the process of running a local node.