backend_only

Rust backend

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This backend-only example demonstrates how to write a simple canister for ICP. It implements a single greet(name) query function that returns a greeting string.

Build and deploy from the command line

Prerequisites

• Node.js
• icp-cli: npm install -g @icp-sdk/icp-cli @icp-sdk/ic-wasm

Install

git clone https://github.com/dfinity/examples
cd examples/rust/backend_only

Deploy and test

icp network start -d
icp deploy
bash test.sh
icp network stop

Security considerations and best practices

Refer to the security best practices for information on security and best practices for your ICP app.