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Summary

This PR adds comprehensive documentation improvements to enhance user experience and reduce common setup issues:

  • Troubleshooting section (231 lines): Covers Docker issues, node sync problems, configuration errors, validator issues, network connectivity, and performance optimization
  • System requirements section (148 lines): Provides detailed hardware/software specifications for development, production, and enterprise deployments

Problem Solved

Addresses common user issues identified from GitHub issues:

Changes Made

📋 Troubleshooting Section

  • Docker Issues: compose errors, script execution, resource failures
  • Node Synchronization: slow sync, state sync failures, connection issues
  • Configuration Problems: genesis validation, key management, panic errors
  • Validator Issues: registration problems, slashing, voting power
  • Network Connectivity: peer connections, RPC accessibility
  • Performance Optimization: memory usage, disk space management
  • Help Resources: log checking, issue reporting guidelines

🖥️ System Requirements Section

  • Tiered Hardware Specs: Development (2 cores, 4GB) → Production (4+ cores, 8GB) → Enterprise (8+ cores, 32GB+)
  • Storage Guidance: Growth estimates, performance requirements, pruning strategies
  • Network Requirements: Bandwidth, latency, port configurations
  • OS Support: Linux (recommended), macOS (dev), Windows WSL2 (dev)
  • Security Considerations: Firewall setup, key management, HSM recommendations
  • Cloud Provider Recommendations: AWS, GCP, Azure instance specifications

Test Plan

  • Verified README structure integrity
  • Checked internal link references
  • Validated markdown formatting
  • Ensured no breaking changes to existing content
  • Confirmed proper section ordering

Impact

  • Improved Onboarding: New users can plan systems before installation
  • Reduced Support Burden: Self-service troubleshooting for common issues
  • Better Production Deployments: Clear enterprise-grade specifications
  • Enhanced User Experience: Comprehensive guidance from planning to troubleshooting

Add detailed troubleshooting guide covering:
- System requirements and hardware specifications
- Docker-related issues and solutions
- Node synchronization problems
- Configuration errors and fixes
- Validator-specific issues
- Network connectivity problems
- Performance optimization tips
- Help resources for users

This addresses common user issues identified from GitHub issues
including docker-compose errors, configuration panics, and
setup problems. Provides actionable solutions with command
examples to improve user experience.
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