What Is Infura?
Infura is a powerful platform for developers and blockchain engineers working with decentralized applications. By leveraging Infura’s globally distributed nodes, you can easily develop, deploy, test, and monitor complex dApps without needing to maintain complex hardware resources or code. With access to an API suite tailored to the needs of both small projects and enterprise-grade solutions alike, Infura makes the power and complexity of blockchain technology simple. Learn more about this platform, some of its key features, and how to start using its API.
A Brief History of Infura
Infura’s entrance into the developer world has proven to be a game-changer; the platform has quickly become an industry standard amongst developers. It was first introduced to the public in 2016 at DevCon 2—the global Ethereum conference in Shanghai, and since then, developers have found it to be an invaluable tool for bootstrapping their projects. In 2019, Infura was acquired byConsenSys which then made it a leader in Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) for the Ethereum network and its sidechains. It enables developers to access decentralized application services without the hassle of running their own nodes or paying for hosting fees. Through its combination of APIs, nodes, and hosting solutions, Infura removes the need for node maintenance and saves developers significant amounts of time in getting their applications up and running.
What Does Infura Do?
Infura works as a node provider and RPC endpoint that developers use to create dApps. It makes it easy for developers to spin up their own nodes and communicate with smart contracts. Through its secure, reliable, and high-performance node infrastructure, Infura acts as a bridge between smart contract platforms like Ethereum and the developers who are leveraging the innovation of blockchain technology.
Key features:
Supporting multi-chain access
Operational analytics and Notifications
IPFS dedicated gateway
IPFS upload via UI
24/7 access to expert support teams
How to Use Infura
To get set up with Infura and use their Ethereum API follow this step-by-step guide. The Palm network uses Infura to run nodes as an infrastructure service which allows for scalability and consistent block times. Follow this guide to connect to the Palm network using Infura.
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