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Introduction

Warden Protocol nodes​

A Warden Protocol node is a server running the software (binary) of the Warden Protocol.

Reasons for running a node include the following:

  • Accessing archive data
  • Providing services: RPC, GRPC, API, etc.
  • Becoming a validator

Section overview​

This section explains how to run a node and become a validator.

Here are the main steps to take:

  1. If you wish to run a local chain for testing purposes, follow this guide: Run a local chain.
  2. To get started with our testnet, follow Join Chiado.
  3. After joining the network, you can become a validator: Create a validator.
  4. To run the oracle service integrated with Warden, follow Operate Skip:Connect.
  5. To interact with a node, use the Node API and node commands.
  6. You can also learn about our delegation plan.
tip

We recommend using Cosmovisor – a utility for managing binary versions of Cosmos SDK-based chains. Its primary function is to enable binary upgrades without manual intervention.