Matrix Protocol
Understand the Matrix Protocol, the foundation of Matrix OS's distributed communication and consensus system.
Protocol Overview
The Matrix Protocol is a peer-to-peer protocol designed for distributed systems and AI agent communication. Key features include:
- Decentralized peer discovery and routing
- Secure message transport layer
- Distributed consensus mechanism
- State synchronization
- Agent communication framework
Message Format
Protocol Messages
Matrix Protocol messages follow a standardized format:
Message Format Example
{
"header": {
"version": "1.0",
"messageType": "AGENT_COMMUNICATION",
"sender": "QmSenderPeerId",
"recipient": "QmRecipientPeerId",
"timestamp": 1634567890
},
"payload": {
"type": "request",
"action": "compute",
"data": {
// Action-specific data
}
},
"signature": "base64-encoded-signature"
}Protocol Implementation
Using the Protocol
Implement Matrix Protocol in your agents:
Protocol Implementation
import { MatrixProtocol } from '@matrix-os/core';
class MyAgent extends MatrixProtocol {
async onMessage(message) {
if (message.header.messageType === 'AGENT_COMMUNICATION') {
const { type, action, data } = message.payload;
// Handle the message
switch(action) {
case 'compute':
return this.handleCompute(data);
case 'store':
return this.handleStore(data);
default:
throw new Error('Unknown action');
}
}
}
async sendRequest(recipient, action, data) {
return this.send({
messageType: 'AGENT_COMMUNICATION',
recipient,
payload: {
type: 'request',
action,
data
}
});
}
}Protocol Security
Security Features
The Matrix Protocol includes several security features:
- End-to-end encryption for all messages
- Digital signatures for message authenticity
- Peer authentication and verification
- Transport layer security