Intro to IPFS

ALEX MORRIS In 2017, the Interplanetary File System proposed a new way of sharing media over the internet. Instead of centralized servers, IPFS uses a peer to peer network to host files. With the Filecoin test network scheduled for launch in 2019, now is the perfect time to brush up on this technology. In this module, we’ll explore the basics of this new protocol as it compares to traditional options. We’re here to help. If you have any questions or feedback about this course please email us at info@theblockchaininstitute.org – we’d love to hear from you!

Introduction

This technology didn’t just pop up overnight! In this section we’ll cover the background of decentralized storage from torrents until now, and go through some basics terminology to get you up to speed.

Background

Current Standards

General Architecture

Using IPFS Through the Browser

Visit try-ipfs.weteachblockchain.org to explore IPFS from your browser. No download required!

IPFS in the Browser

Using the Interface

Uploading and Sharing Files

How does it work?

Using the IPFS Command Line

In this module, we cover how to set up your own IPFS node, and how to push and pull files from the network. We’ll also go over the addressing structure and get you caught up on the background of this technology.

Environment Setup

Running a Node

Going Online

Retrieving Files

Storing Files

The IFPS Dashboard

State of the Industry

IPFS is just the beginning - in this module we'll catch you up on the developments currently affecting the space, and cover the various cryptocurrencies and tokens that have proposed incentive models for peer to peer storage.

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