Technical Demo

Welcome to the eIOU Technical Demo! This demo is designed for developers, technical users, and anyone who wants to set up and run the eIOU protocol locally. You'll learn how to install Docker, configure the protocol, and perform real transactions.

For Technical Users

If you're comfortable with command line tools, Docker, and want to run the full eIOU protocol locally, this is the demo for you.

  • Set up Docker environment
  • Generate cryptographic wallets
  • Add and manage contacts
  • Send and receive eIOUs
  • View transaction history
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For Everyone Else

If you prefer a simpler, web-based experience without technical setup, try our simple demo instead.

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What You'll Learn in This Tutorial

🚀 Getting Started

Begin your eIOU journey with essential setup and foundational knowledge:

  • Technical Demo: Understand the complete workflow and what you'll accomplish
  • Docker Setup: Install and configure Docker to run the eIOU protocol in a containerized environment

⚙️ Configuration

Learn to configure and manage your eIOU environment:

  • Generate: Create cryptographic wallets and generate your unique identity keys
  • Help: Access comprehensive help documentation and command references
  • Settings: Configure protocol parameters, network settings, and personal preferences

👥 Contact Management

Master the contact system that enables peer-to-peer transactions:

  • My Info: View and manage your own contact information and public keys
  • Add Contact: Add new contacts to your network with their public information
  • View Contact: Examine contact details, balances, and transaction history
  • Update Contact: Modify existing contact information and preferences
  • Delete Contact: Remove contacts from your network when needed
  • Search Contacts: Find specific contacts using various search criteria

💰 Transaction Operations

Execute the core eIOU functionality - creating and managing digital IOUs:

  • Send eIOU: Create and send digital IOUs to your contacts with custom amounts and terms
  • View Balances: Check your current eIOU balances and outstanding obligations
  • View History: Review your complete transaction history, including sent, received, and pending IOUs

🔌 API Integration (Planned)

Learn about the planned REST API for programmatic integration:

  • API Overview: Understand the planned REST API architecture, endpoints, and authentication methods
  • Integration Tutorial: Step-by-step guide for integrating your applications with the eIOU API

Note: The API is currently in planning phase and scheduled for release in Q3 2025. These tutorials describe the planned functionality.

Getting Started with Technical Demo

Docker Setup

The first step is to set up Docker on your system. This will allow you to run the eIOU protocol in a containerized environment.

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If you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us.