PyChain

A simple yet practical implementation of a blockchain, PyChain is developed using Python and FastAPI. This project serves as an exemplary model for understanding the basics of blockchain technology.

Getting Started

Follow these steps to get PyChain up and running on your local machine.

Prerequisites

• Docker (for running Redis)
• Python 3.6 or higher

Installation

Setting Up Redis DB

PyChain uses Redis as its database. Run Redis locally using Docker:

docker run -d -p 6379:6379 redis --requirepass admin

Installing Dependencies

Install the required Python packages:

pip install -r requirements.txt

Running PyChain

Once the installation is complete, start the PyChain application:

uvicorn src.main:app --reload --port 8080

After running the above command, PyChain will be available at http://localhost:8080.

Exploring PyChain

PyChain offers a simple interface to interact with a basic blockchain. You can add transactions, mine blocks, and inspect the chain through FastAPI endpoints. Visit http://localhost:8080/docs to explore the available API endpoints using FastAPI's Swagger UI.