Forest
A Rust implementation of a Filecoin node for transferring FIL, hosting RPC APIs, and validating the blockchain.
What is Forest?
Forest is a Filecoin node implementation written in Rust, providing an alternative to the canonical Lotus node. It enables users to participate in the Filecoin network by validating the blockchain, transferring FIL tokens, and hosting high-performance RPC APIs. The project aims to be a faster and easier-to-use alternative to Lotus, prioritizing performance and accessibility.
Developers and operators who need to run a Filecoin node for blockchain validation, FIL transfers, or RPC API hosting, particularly those seeking a Rust-based implementation with performance and ease of use over full feature parity with Lotus.
Developers choose Forest for its Rust-based safety and efficiency, high-performance RPC API, and easier deployment via Docker without requiring a Rust toolchain installation. It offers a streamlined alternative to Lotus with faster syncing via snapshots and a focus on accessibility.
Overview
🌲 Rust Filecoin Node Implementation
Use Cases
Best For
- Running a Filecoin node in a Docker container without installing Rust toolchains.
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