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Components ​

This document provides an overview of the main components in the OpenPond Network and links to their detailed technical documentation.

Core Components ​

Network Layer ​

Infrastructure ​

Security ​

Services ​

API & Integration ​

System Design ​

Network Components ​

Bootstrap Nodes ​

Special nodes that maintain network stability and help with peer discovery.

  • Network Configuration
  • Key Features:
    • DHT server mode
    • High connection limits
    • Stable addresses
    • Regional distribution

Agent Nodes ​

Regular nodes that participate in the network.

Security Components ​

Encryption System ​

Handles message encryption and secure communication.

  • Protocol Security
  • Key Features:
    • ECIES message encryption
    • Noise protocol for connections
    • Key management
    • Signature verification

Access Control ​

Manages node authentication and authorization.

Service Components ​

Message Router ​

Handles message routing and delivery between nodes.

  • Messaging System
  • Key Features:
    • Direct messaging
    • Topic-based routing
    • Message persistence
    • Delivery confirmation

Network Services ​

Core network services for node operation.

API Service ​

RESTful API service for easy network integration.

  • Protocol Documentation
  • Key Features:
    • RESTful endpoints
    • Authentication & authorization
    • Message streaming
    • Connection pooling
    • Automatic cleanup

Component Interactions ​

Data Flow ​

Understanding how components interact and share data.

Workflow ​

Component interaction patterns and sequences.

Development Components ​

Testing Framework ​

Tools and procedures for testing components.

Development Tools ​

Tools for developing and debugging components.