Reference and implementation guide for the Nostr protocol and NIPs.
Install
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Knowledge about the Nostr protocol. Use to view up-to-date NIPs, discover capabilities of the Nostr protocol, and to implement Nostr functionality correctly.Key capabilities
- →View NIP specifications
- →Discover protocol capabilities
- →Implement Nostr features
- →Understand event kinds
How it works
It provides access to NIP documentation and best practices for client/relay communication.
Inputs & outputs
When to use nostr
- →Implementing Nostr features
- →Looking up NIP specifications
- →Understanding event kinds
- →Discovering protocol capabilities
About this skill
Nostr Protocol
Nostr is a simple, open protocol that enables truly censorship-resistant and global social networks using cryptographic keys and signatures.
Finding Nostr Documentation
All Nostr protocol documentation is maintained in the NIPs (Nostr Implementation Possibilities) repository. To access this information:
Reading Individual NIPs
Individual NIPs can be fetched from:
https://github.com/nostr-protocol/nips/blob/master/{NIP}.md
For example, NIP-01 (the basic protocol specification) is available at:
https://github.com/nostr-protocol/nips/blob/master/01.md
Finding Event Kinds
Documentation for Nostr event kinds is spread across one or more NIPs. There is no direct relationship between the NIP number and the kind number.
To find which NIPs document a specific event kind:
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First, fetch the README:
https://github.com/nostr-protocol/nips/blob/master/README.md -
Reference the "Event Kinds" table in the README to find which NIP(s) document the kind you're looking for
Discovering Existing Capabilities
The README should be consulted to:
- View the list of NIPs - Use this to discover what capabilities already exist on the Nostr network
- Review client and relay messages - Understand the communication protocol
- Check the list of tags - See what standardized tags are available
- Decide on using existing NIPs - Before implementing a feature, check if an existing NIP already covers it
Best Practices
Always start by fetching and reviewing the README to understand the current state of the protocol and avoid reinventing existing functionality.
When not to use it
- →When NIP documentation is not needed
Prerequisites
Limitations
- →No direct relationship between NIP and kind numbers
- →Consult README for event kinds
How it compares
It serves as a direct reference for the Nostr protocol specifications.
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