Welcome to your comprehensive guide on Vamp-IR, a language specifically designed for arithmetic circuits. Whether you are a seasoned programmer or a curious newbie, this article aims to make understanding and using Vamp-IR a breeze. We’ll walk you through installation, creating your first circuit, compiling, and generating proofs, ensuring you have the smoothest experience possible.

What is Vamp-IR?

Vamp-IR is a specialized language for arithmetic circuits that acts like a translator between your arithmetic circuit designs and various proving systems. Think of it like a universal adapter that allows your device (in this case, the circuit) to connect with different power sources (or proving systems) without any compatibility issues.

How to Install Vamp-IR

To start using Vamp-IR, the first step is to install it. Follow these steps for a seamless installation:

• Clone the Vamp-IR repository:

git clone git@github.com:anoma/vamp-ircd

• Change to the cloned directory:

cd vamp-ir

• Build the project:

cargo build

Your First Project: Hello World!

Now let’s build a simple circuit that checks if a point is on a circle with a given radius.

Follow these steps to create your first circuit:

• Create a new file named pyth.pir with the following content:

pub R; def pyth a b c = a^2 + b^2 = c^2; pyth x y R;

• This code declares R as a public variable, defines the Pythagorean relationship, and appends a constraint to check if (x, y) lies on the circle.

Compiling Your Circuit

Next, you need to compile your source code into a circuit compatible with Halo2:

• Run the compile command:

halo2 compile -s pyth.pir -o pyth.halo2

Generating a Proof

Suppose you want to verify if the radius R is 25, and you have the point (x, y) = (15, 20). Here’s how to create a proof:

• Create a file named pyth.inputs in JSON format:

{ "x": 15, "y": 20, "R": 25 }

• Run the Halo2 prover:

halo2 prove -c pyth.halo2 -i pyth.inputs -o pyth.proof

Verifying the Proof

Finally, run the Halo2 verifier to check the validity of the proof:

halo2 verify -c pyth.halo2 -p pyth.proof

Understanding the Code through Analogy

Imagine you are building a bridge (the circuit) that needs to hold certain weights. The bridge needs to communicate (verify) with the building inspector (the proving system) to ensure it can support the traffic (inputs) on it. The pyth.pir code defines the structure of the bridge, while the commands like halo2 compile and halo2 prove are like the engineering tests to ensure it is safe and sound (i.e., reliable under given conditions).

Benchmarks of Vamp-IR

Benchmarks can give you insights into the performance of Vamp-IR compared to other tools:

• The performance of Vamp-IR against the Halo2 backend was tested under different scenarios, including the number of blocks in a SHA256 hash.
• For instance, the compilation times varied significantly based on the message size, showcasing Vamp-IR’s efficiency.

Troubleshooting

As with any technology, you may encounter issues. Here are some common troubleshooting steps:

• If the installation fails, ensure that you have the necessary software dependencies installed, including Rust and Cargo.
• If the compilation seems slow, consider upgrading your machine’s RAM for better performance.
• If you encounter JSON format errors while creating input files, double-check for syntax issues.
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Conclusion

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