Blockchain Development Programming Tutorials, Guides & Best Practices

• Description: A JavaScript library providing standard and secure cryptographic algorithms for building blockchain applications.
• Use Cases:
• Encrypt and decrypt data in JavaScript applications.
• Generate cryptographic hashes (e.g., SHA-256, SHA-512).
• Implement secure random number generation and key derivation.
• Key Features:
• Wide range of cryptographic functions.
• Lightweight and easy to integrate into any JavaScript project.
• Supports multiple cryptographic algorithms.
• Installation:

  npm install crypto-js

• Description: A blockchain-based storage solution for permanent, low-cost data storage.
• Key Features:
• Stores data permanently with a one-time fee.
• Uses a unique consensus mechanism called Proof of Access.
• Integrates with Ethereum for storing DApp data, NFTs, and more.
• Scalable and reliable for long-term data storage.
• Website: Arweave

• Description: A decentralized cloud storage platform that encrypts, shards, and distributes data.
• Key Features:
• End-to-end encryption for secure file storage.
• Decentralized and distributed, ensuring high availability.
• Scalable, with pay-as-you-go pricing.
• Ideal for storing large files and backups.
• Website: Storj

ipfs init
ipfs daemon
ipfs add <file-path>

The output will include a unique hash that represents the file on the IPFS network.