Introduction

To work as a BP, you need to run a full node and participate in the election. The total number of BPs (Block Producers) in aelf network is set at 2N+1 where N starts from 8 in 2022 and increases by 1 each year. If your node ranks among the top 2N+1 in the election, you are qualified to participate in block production and aelf governance. This tutorial will guide you through the procedure of becoming a BP.