elixir-validator

Here's a simplified and GitHub-ready version of the Elixir Testnet v3 Validator Setup Guide:

Elixir Testnet v3 Validator Setup Guide

Overview

This guide explains how to set up a validator on the Elixir Network's Testnet v3 to support secure and effective orderbook construction.

Requirements

• Hardware: 8GB RAM, 100GB storage, reliable 100Mbit internet.
• Software: Docker installed and running.

Setup Steps

1. Generate a Private Key

Create a new wallet using MetaMask and export the private key. This key will be used exclusively for the validator.

2. Configure Validator Environment

Download the validator environment template and edit it with the following details:

• STRATEGY_EXECUTOR_DISPLAY_NAME: Public-facing name.
• STRATEGY_EXECUTOR_BENEFICIARY: Wallet address for receiving rewards.
• SIGNER_PRIVATE_KEY: Your generated private key (without 0x).

3. Validator Enrollment

• Mint MOCK Tokens: Use Sepolia ETH to mint 1,000 MOCK tokens on the Elixir Dashboard.
• Stake Tokens: Approve and stake your MOCK tokens.
• Enroll Validator: Delegate your validator on the Elixir Dashboard.

4. Run Validator

Pull the Docker image and start the validator:

docker pull elixirprotocol/validator:v3
docker run -d --env-file /path/to/validator.env --name elixir --restart unless-stopped elixirprotocol/validator:v3
5. Optional Configurations
Apple/ARM Silicon: Add --platform linux/amd64.
Health Checks & Metrics: Open port 17690.
6. Upgrade Validator
To upgrade, stop the container, pull the latest image, and restart the validator.

Support
Discord: Join the community for announcements and peer support.
Bug Reports: Submit issues via the Testnet v3 Issue Tracker.

This guide is now streamlined for publication on GitHub and includes essential setup instructions.