System Requirements
Before using Caatinga, ensure your environment meets the prerequisites for Node.js, Rust, and the Stellar CLI.
Prerequisites
| Tool | Minimum Version | Recommended | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Node.js | >=22.0.0 |
22.x LTS |
Required to run Caatinga CLI & client |
| pnpm / npm | pnpm >= 9 |
pnpm |
Package manager |
| Rust toolchain | 1.80+ |
stable |
Target wasm32v1-none |
| Stellar CLI | 23.0.0+ |
Latest release | Used under the hood for WASM operations |
Rust & WASM Setup
Soroban smart contracts require the wasm32v1-none target:
rustup target add wasm32v1-noneVerify your installation:
rustc --version
cargo --versionStellar CLI Installation
Caatinga relies on the official stellar command line interface for low-level cryptographic signatures and network RPC interactions:
# macOS (Homebrew)
brew install stellar-cli
# Linux / Cargo
cargo install --locked stellar-cli --features optWarning
Caatinga validates the presence of Stellar CLI before executing builds or deploys. Run npx ctg doctor to verify your local setup.