The Mixin BFT-DAG network is a powerful decentralized network designed for the fast and secure transfer of digital assets. This blog post will guide you through the setup process, explain the core commands, and provide troubleshooting tips to ensure a smooth experience.

Step-by-Step Setup Guide

Before diving into using the Mixin network, you need to set it up correctly. Here’s how to do it:

1. Install GoLang and set up your GOPATH by following the guide at Golang Installation Guide.
2. Clone the Mixin repository using the following command:

$ git clone https://github.com/MixinNetwork/mixin.git

3. Navigate to the cloned directory:

$ cd mixin

4. Build the project with the command:

$ go build

Once this is done, you can use the Mixin command, which serves as both the kernel node and a tool to communicate with the node’s RPC interface.

Using the Mixin Command

The command structure for Mixin is flexible and designed for various operations. It’s like an orchestra where various instruments (commands) come together to create a harmonious output (transactions).

Basic Command Structure

The Mixin command follows this structure:

$ mixin [global options] command [command options] [arguments...]

Key Commands

• kernel, k: Start the Mixin Kernel daemon.
• createaddress: Create a new Mixin address.
• sendrawtransaction: Broadcast a signed raw transaction.
• signrawtransaction: Sign a raw transaction using your keys.
• setuptestnet: Set up the local test network.
• gettransaction: Fetch a finalized transaction by its hash.

Creating a Mixin Kernel Address

To create a new Mixin address, utilize the createaddress command:

$ mixin createaddress

This command will output a unique address along with a view key and spend key. Share your address for receiving assets but keep your keys secure!

Sign and Send Raw Transactions

Signing and sending transactions are vital parts of interacting with the Mixin network. Think of it as sealing an envelope (signing) and placing it in the mailbox (sending). Here’s how to do it:

Signing a Transaction

Compact the raw transaction JSON and sign it with your private keys using:

$ mixin -n mixin-node:8239 signrawtransaction -key [your_private_key] -raw [transaction_data]

Sending a Raw Transaction

After signing a transaction, send it using:

$ mixin -n 127.0.0.1:6861 sendrawtransaction -raw [signed_transaction]

Starting a Kernel Node

To start a kernel node:

• First, create a directory for configuration and network data files.
• Place the necessary files: genesis.json, nodes.json, and config.toml.

Then run:

$ mixin kernel -dir [your_directory]

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues along the way, here are some troubleshooting tips:

• Check that you have installed GoLang correctly and that your GOPATH is set up properly.
• Ensure that you are using the correct version of dependencies.
• Verify that the correct configuration files are placed in the designated directories.
• Examine network connections and ensure that ports are open.

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