barycenter/book/src/getting-started/installation.md
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Installation

Barycenter can be installed by building from source or by running the pre-built Docker image. Choose the method that best fits your environment.

Installation Methods

  • Prerequisites -- Required and optional tooling for building and running Barycenter.
  • Building from Source -- Clone the repository, compile with Cargo, and locate the output binary.
  • Docker -- Pull the container image or build it locally, with guidance on port mapping and volume mounts.

Which Method to Choose

Method Best for Requirements
Build from source Development, customization, contribution Rust toolchain, SQLite or PostgreSQL dev libs
Docker Quick evaluation, CI/CD, production deployment Docker or compatible container runtime

After installation, proceed to the Quickstart guide to run Barycenter and issue your first tokens.