> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.empe.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.empe.io/getting-started/readme.md). # Welcome to Empeiria Empeiria's **End-to-End Verifiable Data Infrastructure (EVDI)** is a complete platform for building applications with Self-Sovereign Identity. Whether you're a developer looking to integrate verifiable credentials, a validator wanting to secure the network, or a user exploring digital identity, this documentation will guide you through our ecosystem. ## What is EVDI? EVDI provides microservices and SDKs to create, manage, and verify W3C-compliant Verifiable Credentials and Decentralized Identifiers — these services work off-chain, while the Cosmos-SDK EMPE blockchain is a separate component of the wider Empeiria ecosystem. Think of it as the infrastructure layer that lets you add cryptographically-verifiable data to any application without building your own identity stack or wrestling with evolving standards. Our platform handles everything from issuing digital credentials (like certificates, licenses, or tickets) to verifying them in real-time. ## Quick Navigation ### For Developers **New to the platform?** Start with our [5-minute Quickstart](/getting-started/quickstart.md) to experience the full flow using our mobile wallet and demo environment. **Ready to build?** Jump into our comprehensive [Tutorial](/getting-started/tutorial/overview.md) that walks you through creating your first issuer and verifier from scratch. **Need rapid deployment?** Check out [One-Click Deployment](/develop/intro.md) to spin up complete SSI environments in minutes. **Looking for technical details?** Explore our service documentation: * [Issuer Service](/develop/issuer.md) - Issue and manage verifiable credentials * [Verifier Service](/develop/verifier.md) - Verify credentials and manage access * [Cloud Wallet (Wallet Server)](/develop/wallet-server.md) - Server-side holder wallet for automated flows, testing, and agents **Want AI-powered SSI interactions?** The [MCP Server](https://github.com/empe-io/mcp-server), a companion project, lets AI assistants like Claude manage schemas, credential offers, and verification requests on your issuer and verifier deployments through MCP tools. ### For Validators **Want to secure our network?** Head to the [Validators Guide](/empe-blockchain/overview.md) for setup instructions, hardware requirements, and operational guidance. **Need technical support?** Check our [Validator FAQ](/empe-blockchain/overview/faq.md) or reach out to . ### For Users **Using our mobile wallet?** The [Empe DID Wallet Guide](/user-guide/00_introduction.md) covers everything from setup to credential management. **Managing blockchain assets?** Learn about [Keplr Wallet integration](/user-guide/keplr-wallet-and-blockchain-operations/keplr.md) for staking, governance, and token operations. ## Understanding the Technology ### Core Concepts **New to Self-Sovereign Identity?** Our [SSI fundamentals section](/understand/self-sovereign-identity.md) explains the key concepts, technical foundations, and standards that power our platform. **Want the technical details?** Dive into our [EVDI Architecture](/understand/intro.md) overview to understand how all the pieces fit together. ### Standards and Compliance We build on established standards including W3C DIDs and VCs, OpenID4VCI, and OpenID4VP. Our platform ensures interoperability with other SSI systems while maintaining security and privacy. ## What You Can Build Our infrastructure supports a wide range of use cases: * **Digital credentials**: Educational certificates, professional licenses, event tickets * **Supply chain tracking**: Product passports, authenticity verification, compliance records * **Identity verification**: KYC/AML processes, age verification, membership proofs * **Access control**: Secure building access, API authentication, content gating * **AI agent interactions**: Verifiable data for autonomous systems and trusted AI workflows ## Getting Help * **Technical questions**: Join our [Discord community](https://discord.com/invite/BbCzfuJzkv) * **Business inquiries**: Contact us at * **Validator support**: * **Documentation feedback**: Help us improve these docs by reaching out ## What's Next? 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