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Welcome to ASI:Chain DevNet
ASI:Chain is a blockchain network built for the Artificial Superintelligence Alliance ecosystem. This documentation helps you get started with DevNet - our development and testing environment.
Current Network Status
DevNet is Live
- Bootstrap Node:
rnode://0d1312b556db1d3fa4745fd88c29f8e15095621e@54.152.57.201?protocol=40400&discovery=40404 - Block Explorer: explorer.dev.asichain.io
- Wallet: wallet.dev.asichain.io
- Faucet: faucet.dev.asichain.io
- Configuration: 1 Bootstrap + 3 Validators + 1 Observer
Choose Your Path
Developers
- Get test tokens from the faucet
- Use the Wallet to deploy contracts
- Read the DevNet structure guide
Validators
- Follow the validator setup guide
- Learn about validator node image
- Monitor your node performance
Users
- Create an account in the Wallet
- Request tokens to start transacting
- Explore the network via Block Explorer
Key Resources
- Wallet: wallet.dev.asichain.io - Manage accounts and deploy contracts
- Block Explorer: explorer.dev.asichain.io - Monitor blockchain activity
- Faucet: faucet.dev.asichain.io - Get test tokens
- GitHub: asi-alliance/asi-chain - Source code
- Rust Client: singnet/rust-client - CLI tool
Documentation Sections
Explore our comprehensive documentation:
General
- Overview - Understand ASI:Chain ecosystem
- Useful Links - All endpoints and resources
Quick Start
- Join as Validator - Become a validator
- Join as Observer - Run an observer
- Get DevNet Tokens - Request test tokens
Shard & Nodes
- DevNet Structure - Network architecture
- Validator Node Image - Validator setup
- Observer Node Image - Observer setup
- Own Shard Setup - Private shard
Tools
- Wallet Usage - Complete wallet guide
- Custom Network - Connect to custom networks
- Explorer Usage - Block explorer guide
- Faucet Usage - Get test tokens
Architecture
- Overview - Technical diagrams
- Component Diagrams - Wallet, Explorer, Node internals
- Sequence Diagrams - Transaction and query flows
- Network Topology - Infrastructure overview
Help
- FAQ - Frequently asked questions
- Troubleshooting - Common issues and solutions
What is DevNet?
DevNet is ASI:Chain's development network where:
- Test tokens have no real value - Experiment freely
- Anyone can join - Become a validator or just use the network
- Smart contracts - Deploy and test Rholang contracts
- Live environment - Full blockchain functionality for testing
Important Notes
Security Reminders:
- DevNet tokens have NO real value
- Keep private keys secure - they cannot be recovered if lost
- Do not use DevNet keys on mainnet (when available)
- Always verify you're on official sites (check URLs)
Official Sites:
- Wallet:
wallet.dev.asichain.io - Explorer:
explorer.dev.asichain.io - Faucet:
faucet.dev.asichain.io - Docs: Current site you're on
Getting Started in 3 Steps
Create a Wallet
- Visit wallet.dev.asichain.io
- Create an account and save your keys
Get Test Tokens
- Go to faucet.dev.asichain.io
- Request tokens using your address
Start Building
- Deploy smart contracts
- Transfer tokens
- Explore the network
Support
Need help?
- Documentation: Browse this site using the navigation
- FAQ: Check the FAQ section for common questions
- GitHub: Report issues at asi-alliance/asi-chain
- Community: Connect with other developers
Learn More
Key Concepts:
- DevNet Structure - How the network is organized
- Validator Guide - Run your own validator
- Smart Contracts - Deploy with the wallet IDE
Technical Details:
- Architecture - Component and sequence diagrams
- Network Configuration - Ports, IPs, topology
- Node Images - Docker setup and config
- API Access - Endpoints and integration
Ready to start? Get test tokens or join as a validator.