Deploy an Indexer (Subgraph) on Base with The Graph
Guide to deploying a subgraph on Base using The Graph for efficient blockchain data indexing and querying.
Deploying a subgraph on Base with Mobula’s infrastructure is a simple process. This guide will walk you through the steps to get your subgraph up and running on the Base network.
What you’ll need
- Basic knowledge of The Graph and subgraphs.
- Your subgraph project files
- The Graph CLI installed
- A Mobula API key (for authentication)
Walkthrough
Prepare Your Subgraph
Make sure your subgraph is set up for Base. Modify your subgraph.yaml file to point to Base-specific contracts and events. If you don’t have a subgraph yet, you can clone the Uniswap V2 subgraph template and adjust it for Base:
git clone https://github.com/MobulaFi/univ2-subgraph-base
Install Dependencies
Ensure that The Graph CLI is installed:
npm install -g @graphprotocol/graph-cli
Build Your Subgraph
Compile your subgraph prior to deployment:
graph codegen && graph build
Create the Subgraph
Use the following command to deploy your subgraph:
graph create --node http://subgraph.mobula.io:8020
Deploy to Mobula's Base Node
Use the following command to deploy your subgraph:
graph deploy --node http://subgraph.mobula.io:8020 --ipfs http://subgraph.mobula.io:5001 --network base
Authenticate
When prompted, enter your Mobula API key for authentication. For more information on obtaining and using your API key, refer to the authentication section.
Monitor Deployment
Once deployment is complete, you’ll receive a URL to track your subgraph’s indexing progress and status.
Best Practices
- Keep your subgraph regularly updated to maintain compatibility with the latest Base network changes.
- Thoroughly test your subgraph on a testnet before deploying to the mainnet.
- Continuously monitor your subgraph’s performance and optimize queries for better efficiency.
Troubleshooting
If you encounter issues during deployment:
- Carefully review your
subgraph.yamlconfiguration. - Confirm that you’re using the correct network name and Mobula node URLs.
- Make sure your API key is valid and has the required permissions.
Need Assistance? Our support team is available to assist with any questions or deployment issues you may encounter.