> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.lazai.network/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.lazai.network/data-anchoring-token-dat/developer-implementation.md).

# Developer Implementation

This section shows how to build and integrate with the LazAI Network using the Data Anchoring Token (DAT).

It covers how developers can upload data, mint tokens, verify proofs, and track their assets on-chain.

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### What You’ll Learn

The Developer Implementation guides help you:

1. Contribute your data or model to the LazAI network.
2. Mint your DAT — a token that represents ownership, access rights, and value share.
3. Verify proofs on-chain to confirm authenticity.
4. Manage your DATs using the LazAI Dashboard.

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### How It Works

The implementation flow connects your data pipeline to LazAI’s verified network:

| Step          | Description                                                    |
| ------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------- |
| 1. Contribute | Upload encrypted datasets or models to IPFS.                   |
| 2. Mint       | Register and issue your DAT token using the Alith SDK.         |
| 3. Verify     | Generate and validate proofs through verified computing nodes. |
| 4. Monitor    | View all DATs and rewards in the dashboard.                    |

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### Tools You’ll Use

* Alith SDK (Python) – for data upload, proof, and token minting.
* IPFS – decentralized file storage.
* DAT Smart Contracts – manage ownership and usage rights.
* Dashboard UI – monitor token activity and rewards.

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### Next Steps

Start with the following guides:

* [Contribute Your Dat](/data-anchoring-token-dat/developer-implementation/contribute-your-data.md)
* [Mint Your DAT](/data-anchoring-token-dat/developer-implementation/mint-your-dat.md)
* [Verify DAT On-Chain](/data-anchoring-token-dat/developer-implementation/verify-dat-on-chain.md)

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