The Cairo VM is an evolving technology that enhances performance and security in generating proofs for computations. This blog will guide you step-by-step through setting up and utilizing the Cairo VM written in Rust. Just like learning to ride a bike, it may feel challenging at first, but with the right guidance, you’ll navigate these waters with ease!

Table of Contents

• About
• Getting Started
• Usage
• Troubleshooting

About

The Cairo VM serves as the engine for the Cairo Language, a powerful platform for generating STARK proofs. This updated implementation in Rust offers faster execution and enhanced safety compared to the earlier Python version. With Cairo VM, you can develop robust applications more efficiently.

Getting Started

Dependencies

Before you dive in, ensure you have the necessary tools to compile and run Cairo VM:

Required

• Rust 1.80.0 or newer
• Cargo

Optional

• make
• PyEnv

Installation Script

Install all required and optional dependencies by running the following script from the root directory:

bash install.sh

Installing Project Dependencies

To compile your Cairo programs, install the cairo-lang package with:

make deps

Usage

Adding Cairo-VM as a Dependency

Add the following line to your Cargo.toml file:

cairo-vm = { version = "0.7.0" }

Running Cairo-VM from CLI

Compile the repository and run the VM using the commands below:

cd cairo-vm-cli
cargo build --release
cd ..

Next, you can compile and run your Cairo programs using:

cairo-compile [path_to_the_.cairo_file] --output [desired_path_of_the_compiled_.json_file]
target/release/cairo-vm-cli [path_to_compiled_json_file] --layout all_cairo

Troubleshooting

If you’re encountering issues while setting up or using the Cairo VM, consider these common solutions:

• Ensure all dependencies are installed correctly to avoid compilation errors.
• Check your Rust version to confirm it’s up-to-date.
• Double-check the paths provided for the Cairo program; typos can lead to parsing errors.

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Final Thoughts

The Cairo VM brings innovation to the realm of computation proofs, empowering developers to create robust applications seamlessly. At fxis.ai, we believe that such advancements are crucial for the future of AI, as they enable more comprehensive and effective solutions. Our team is continually exploring new methodologies to push the envelope in artificial intelligence, ensuring that our clients benefit from the latest technological innovations.

Embrace the challenge, and happy coding!