Exploring Aleo: A Privacy-centric Layer 1 Blockchain Revolutionizing with Zero-knowledge Proofs

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11 Feb 2024

Aleo’s Mainnet Launch is Set for Early 2024. With $300M in Funding. Jumpstart your journey with Aleo’s testnet now. Set up your wallet, initiate your Prover node, and start interacting with Aleo’s private application platform.

Exploring Aleo: The Privacy-Centric Layer 1 Blockchain Revolutionizing with Zero-Knowledge Proofs:

Aleo is a platform for private applications using zero-knowledge cryptography. Aleo is a Layer 1 blockchain — based on a novel consensus protocol — is designed to be faster and more efficient than traditional models by leveraging zero-knowledge (ZK) proofs.

Minimum System Requirements

16 GB RAM
64GB SSD

Order & Configure your VPS

You can establish your node by either configuring it on a personal computer or by utilizing a Virtual Private Server (VPS), which is well-suited for managing websites, applications, or other internet-based services, including nodes.
For my setup, I selected Contabo, a well-regarded provider of VPS rentals. Opting for a plan with at least 100 GB of storage is advisable to ensure sufficient space for long-term node operation.
My suggestion would be to go for the Cloud VPS M option. https://contabo.com/en/
Choose Cloud VPS M

Select Payment Term
Region — Germany
Storage Type -400 GB SSD
Image — Go to Apps & Panels > Docker

Apps & Panels > Docker
5. Log in & Set a Password for your Server
Set a password
6. Object Storage — Default
7. Networking — Default
8. Add-Ons — Default
After finalizing your payment, you’ll get an email verifying your purchase. Hold tight for a follow-up email, which will provide details about your VPS, encompassing your access credentials.
You’ll need to download and use Putty, a tool that enables you to securely connect to your VPS and utilize its functionalities. Download it here https://www.putty.org/
Enter IP ADDRESS
Enter the VPS IP Address then Click OPEN
Login : root
Password: (Enter your chosen password)
Log in using the password you set earlier.

Preparations

Install essential components

sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get upgrade -y

2. Install Screen Software

apt install screen git -y

3. Download Rust (proceed with default)

curl --proto '=https' --tlsv1.2 -sSf https://sh.rustup.rs | sh

4. Refresh VPS

source "$HOME/.cargo/env"

Node Installation

Clone Github Repository

git clone https://github.com/AleoHQ/snarkOS.git --depth 1

2. Go to snarkOS directory

cd snarkOS

3. Install dependencies

./build_ubuntu.sh

4. Install snarkOS

cargo install --path .

5. Create Screen

screen -S aleo

6. Create Wallet

snarkos account new

note: if you already have a wallet, skip this step
7. Run Aleo Prover & Enter PrivateKey

./run-prover.sh

To exit your instance while keeping your node running, you can press CTRL+A+D
If you want to come back to the instance, enter this command:

screen -r aleo

BONUS! Interact with Testnet!

1. Download Leo Wallet

Go to: Aleo Wallet Download site

2. Install and Import the Private key that you generated earlier

3. Request test tokens

Head to Aleo Discord
Whitelist your Address here: https://faucetgreenlist.snarkos.net/
Go to #faucet Channel and Request Tokens.

4. You can now interact with these dApps

AleoSwap (DEX)- https://app.aleoswap.org/swap/public*
AleoFinance (DEX)- app.arcane.finance
AleoNames (DOMAIN)- https://testnet3.aleonames.id/
AleoStore (NFT) — https://aleo.store/collection/create
AleoTools (DEPLOY CONTRACT) — aleo.tools/develop

Let’s Connect

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Hello! I’m Ekko Nodes. After years crunching numbers as an Accountant, I decided to take a leap into the vibrant world of crypto, blockchain, and Web3. With an eye for potential and a knack for discovery, I’m on a quest to unearth the most intriguing projects, the latest airdrops, and the newest nodes in the blockchain universe. My journey is one of constant learning, fueled by my passion for writing, researching, and all things tech. If you’re eager to explore the dynamic landscape of digital currencies and decentralized technologies, let’s embark on this adventure together.

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