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The Credible Layer operates as a sidecar alongside the network block builder or sequencer. This page outlines high-level requirements for running the sidecar.

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Production Guidance

Sizing depends on network throughput and assertion complexity. Use these guidelines as a starting point and scale based on load testing:

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CPU

The sidecar requires significant compute for assertion execution. Use 32 physical cores with AMD Zen 3 performance equivalent or higher.

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Memory

Allocate enough RAM for state caches and execution overhead. Exact requirements vary by chain size and assertion complexity.

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Storage

Use fast local (not networked) SSDs to keep I/O latency low. Budget for sustained IOPS and headroom for state growth.

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Networking

Keep round-trip time (RTT) to the block builder low by colocating in the same availability zone or cluster. Co-scheduling on the same Kubernetes node or pod is ideal. Key requirements:
  • Low-latency, high-bandwidth link between block builder and sidecar
  • Prefer private networking; avoid routing over the public internet
  • Stable egress to chain RPC and assertion data endpoints

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Local Development

For local testing, unless you are benchmarking performance, the sidecar is lightweight and has no hard hardware requirements.