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Hybrid Storage Architecture

Overview

The SELF Chain hybrid storage architecture combines multiple decentralized storage solutions to provide a robust and efficient storage system. This architecture leverages the strengths of each storage solution while mitigating their weaknesses.

Core Components

1. IPFS Integration

  • Content-addressable storage
  • Decentralized file system
  • Immutable data storage
  • Permanent file storage
  • Cross-chain file sharing

Validation Proof Storage

  • Permanent storage of validation proofs
  • Content-addressable validation records
  • Cross-chain data storage
  • Immutable validation history

Use Cases

  • Store validator certificates
  • Store validation proofs
  • Store cross-chain validation data
  • Store reputation history

2. OrbitDB Integration

  • Decentralized database
  • Real-time synchronization
  • Event logging
  • Version control
  • Validator data storage

3. Storage Layer Integration

Storage Layer Architecture:

The hybrid storage architecture consists of three main components connected to the Storage Layer:

  1. IPFS (InterPlanetary File System):

    • File Storage: Handles decentralized file storage and retrieval
    • Content Addressing: Uses content-based addressing for immutable file references
  2. OrbitDB:

    • Database: Provides decentralized database functionality
    • Real-time Sync: Enables real-time data synchronization across nodes
  3. Validator Storage:

    • Validator Data: Stores validator profiles, certificates, and performance metrics
    • Cross-chain Sync: Synchronizes validator data across different blockchain networks

This architecture combines the strengths of each storage solution to provide a robust, decentralized storage system for SELF Chain.

Data Flow

1. File Storage

  1. Files are uploaded to IPFS
  2. Content is addressed via CID
  3. Metadata is stored in OrbitDB
  4. Cross-chain references are maintained

2. Validator Data

  1. Validator profiles in OrbitDB
  2. Validation proofs in IPFS
  3. Reputation scores in OrbitDB
  4. Cross-chain validation tracking

Key Features

1. Redundancy

  • Multiple storage layers
  • Data replication
  • Cross-chain backup
  • Version control

2. Performance

  • Content caching
  • Load balancing
  • Network optimization
  • Bandwidth management

3. Security

  • Data encryption
  • Access control
  • Integrity verification
  • Permission management

Implementation Details

1. Storage Optimization

  • Content deduplication
  • Bandwidth optimization
  • Cache management
  • Resource allocation

2. Cross-chain Integration

  • Chain-agnostic storage
  • Data synchronization
  • Cross-chain validation
  • Network overlay

3. Security Measures

  • Data encryption
  • Access control
  • Audit logging
  • Permission management

Best Practices

1. Data Management

  • Proper content addressing
  • Regular backups
  • Version control
  • Data validation

2. Performance

  • Content caching
  • Network optimization
  • Load balancing
  • Resource monitoring

3. Security

  • Data encryption
  • Access control
  • Regular audits
  • Security monitoring