Chris SikuIntroduction
A Decentralized Web Node (DWN) is a cutting-edge data storage and messaging mechanism that leverages Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs) to enable entities to locate, share, and manage both public and private data. In a world where data ownership, privacy, and seamless interaction between applications are becoming increasingly crucial, DWNs provide a powerful solution for decentralized data management.
At its core, a DWN serves as a personal data store, empowering users to fully control their data, determine where to host it (locally or cloud), and define who has permission to access it. Users can also backup their data across multiple nodes to ensure continuous availability, even in the event of system failures. Additionally, DWNs allow for effortless data exchange between individuals, where each entity can send or receive information simply by resolving the recipient's DID.
This technical guide delves into the essential components of DWNs, exploring their data management capabilities. Throughout this guide, everything will be written in JavaScript, covering how developers can:
- Configuring the Workspace
- Connect to Web5 and on a DWN
- Create records on a DWN
- Query and Read records on a DWN
- Update and delete records on a DWN
Whether you're new to decentralized systems or a seasoned developer looking to implement DWNs in your project, this guide will walk you through the fundamentals and advanced concepts, illustrating how DWNs empower users to securely manage and exchange data in a decentralized manner. Each chapter will break down specific aspects of DWN functionality, ensuring you have the knowledge and tools to build, manage, and operate your own Decentralized Web Node using JavaScript.
