The Hypersign Identity Network is a groundbreaking permissionless blockchain that revolutionizes the management of digital identities and access rights. It’s tailored for those who want to have full control over their data and access on the web. In this article, we will guide you through the installation and setup process step by step.

Features of Hypersign Identity Network

• Register, Update, and Deactivate DID Documents
• Store and Update Credential Schemas
• Monitor Status of a Verifiable Credential
• Stake $HID tokens
• Submit Governance Proposals
• Transfer $HID tokens across different Tendermint-based blockchains using IBC
• Deploy CosmWasm Smart Contracts

Prerequisites

Before diving into the setup, ensure you have the following tools installed on your machine:

• Golang (Installation Guide: go.dev, version: 1.21)
• make
• jq

Getting Started

Local Binary Setup

1. Clone the repository and install the binary:

   sh
   git clone https://github.com/hypersign-protocol/hid-node.git
   cd hid-node
   make install

   The binary hid-noded will typically be found in your $HOME/go/bin directory. Run hid-noded --help to explore its features.

2. Execute the script for setting up a single-node blockchain. Ensure you have jq installed:

   sh
   bash .scripts/localnet-single-node-setup.sh

3. Start the hid-noded service:

   sh
   hid-noded start

Docker Setup

To run a single node hid-node Docker container, follow these steps:

1. Pull the Docker image:

   sh
   docker pull ghcr.io/hypersign-protocol/hid-node:latest

2. Run the following command:

   sh
   docker run --rm -d -p 26657:26657 -p 1317:1317 -p 26656:26656 -p 9090:9090 --name hid-node-container ghcr.io/hypersign-protocol/hid-node start

Understanding the Code Setup: An Analogy

Imagine setting up your own library. Each book in the library represents a user’s identity, and the framework of shelves is akin to the blockchain that organizes and secures these identities. When a book (identity) is added, it gets registered on a shelf (the blockchain) that anyone can see but not alter. If you want to update a book, it’s like replacing it with a new edition while still keeping it categorized for easy access.

The commands you execute for cloning the repository, installing binaries, and starting the node are like setting up your library: picking the right location (repository), filling the shelves (installing binaries), and finally opening your library to the public (starting the node).

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues during installation or setup, consider the following:

• Ensure all prerequisites are installed correctly.
• Check network connectivity if Docker fails to pull images.
• Refer to the documentation for specific errors.

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Resources

For further understanding, visit the detailed documentation on:

• Decentralized Identifiers
• Credential Schema
• Verifiable Credential Status

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