Beem-In-A-Box: Steem / Hive Python Library Docker Build (for the Technically Impaired)

Docker Hub Repository

https://hub.docker.com/repository/docker/anthonyadavisii/beem-box

Have you ever thought about coding on the blockchain but stopped because it seemed a bit too daunting? Well, folks...

Let's take a ride down EZ Street!!!

     After pulling my docker image, you are mere minutes away from programming to your heart's content. Furthermore, it provides a basis for other use cases such as bots, custom APIs and MUCH MORE! _{(Give me time & I'll show you! 😉)}

    Not to mention, Beem-In-A-Box is a convenient way to get scripting again real quick in a hurry! Say you just had a catastrophic system failure and need to get your Beem dependent services back up in running.

Have no fear. Beem-In-A-Box is here!

    After pulling the image, I had the container up in about 10 seconds. Bear in mind, the image is a little bit over 1 GB. I could probably trim it down further but will be looking into how it can be improved.

        Now, that you and BIAB have been properly introduced, I will be including the readme below for your review and convenience.

Beem-In-A-Box was created to simplify deployment of Beem Python scripting environments for the Steem / HIVE blockchains and help streamline development.

1. Install Docker

The following guide was used to install Docker on my Ubuntu 19.10 system:

https://docs.docker.com/install/linux/docker-ce/ubuntu/

For convenience, you have the option to set it up to allow non-privileged users to run Docker commands. The steps to achiece this may be found in the following guide.

https://docs.docker.com/install/linux/linux-postinstall/

2. Pull Down Image

Once you have you Docker set up, pull down the Beem-In-A-Box production build.

docker pull anthonyadavisii/beem-box:production bash

3. Run Container

After you have completed pulling the image, it's time to start up the container in interactive mode. Give it a meaningful name as that is what you will be using when referring to it later.

docker run --name <your thoughtful name> -i -t anthonyadavisii/beem-box:production bash

You should now have a prompt that resembles the following:

root@f4071b130c56:/app#

That means you are ready to rock and roll. Now, you may use beempy, the beem CLI tool, create your BIP 38 wallet passphrase, import accounts / keys, and get to coding! Go forth and do great things!

Note: Don't forget to commit your container if you want your keys to persist!

Special thanks to @holger80 for creating Beem and all the utility it offers. Without it, this work would have not been possible.
_{He is also a witness (one of the best) so don't be shy to give him your vote.}

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