How It Works

From Idea to Running Avalanche L1 in 4 Simple Steps

L1Pilot simplifies the entire lifecycle of configuring an Avalanche L1. Explore how conversational AI turns complex blockchain parameters into production-ready deployments.

Describe

Guidance

Generate

Deploy

Step 1: InputStep 1 of 4

Describe what you want

Natural language input without the blockchain jargon

Tell the AI: "I want a gasless gaming L1" or "Create a permissioned chain for tokenized real-world assets"

Start by explaining your project's goals in everyday language. You don't need to know genesis parameters, EVM opcodes, or precompile addresses beforehand. L1Pilot extracts your core functional and economic requirements.

Sample Prompts Accepted by L1Pilot

Gaming StudioGaming Preset

“I need a zero-gas L1 with instant finality for an on-chain RPG card game.”

Fintech EnterpriseRWA / PoA

“Create a KYC-permissioned L1 for real-world asset tokenization with approved validators.”

DeFi ProtocolCustom Fee Token

“Launch an EVM-compatible L1 using my native governance token for network gas fees.”

Step 2: AnalysisStep 2 of 4

Get intelligent guidance

The AI asks the right questions and explains every choice simply

No guessing games. L1Pilot walks you through trade-offs in plain English so you avoid costly mistakes.

Configuring an Avalanche L1 involves dozens of architectural decisions. L1Pilot asks clarifying questions one step at a time, explaining the pros, cons, and cost implications of each choice.

Guided Parameter Optimization

Avalanche9000 Ready

Consensus Model SelectionClarified

Permissioned (Proof of Authority) for controlled consortiums vs. Permissionless (PoS) for decentralized networks.

Gas & Economic TokenomicsOptimized

Decide whether users pay in AVAX, your custom ERC-20 token, or experience zero-friction gasless transactions.

Validator & Hardware SizingCalculated

Receive clear specifications for node memory, storage, and stake requirements based on expected TPS.

Interoperability (Teleporter / ICM)Integrated

Auto-configure cross-subnet communication contracts and relayer settings out of the box.

Step 3: GenerationStep 3 of 4

Receive ready-to-use configs

Get genesis files, recommended settings, and clear next steps

Fully validated JSON genesis files and Avalanche-CLI configs ready for immediate deployment.

L1Pilot generates complete, syntactically verified configuration files tailored for Avalanche9000. Every single parameter is annotated with explanations of what it controls.

genesis.json

JSON Validated ✓

{
  "config": {
    "chainId": 91823,
    "homesteadBlock": 0,
    "eip150Block": 0,
    "eip155Block": 0,
    "byzantiumBlock": 0,
    "constantinopleBlock": 0,
    "petersburgBlock": 0,
    "istanbulBlock": 0,
    "contractDeployerAllowListConfig": {
      "blockTimestamp": 0,
      "adminAddresses": ["0x8db97C7c..."]
    },
    "feeConfig": {
      "gasLimit": 12000000,
      "targetBlockRate": 2,
      "minBaseFee": 1000000000
    }
  },
  "alloc": { ... }
}

Step 4: LaunchStep 4 of 4

Deploy your way

Use the output with AvaCloud or your own validators

Zero vendor lock-in. Seamlessly transition to AvaCloud managed services or self-host your sovereign nodes.

You stay in full control. Take your generated files and import them straight into AvaCloud for fully managed node infrastructure, or follow our auto-generated CLI commands to run your own validators.

AvaCloud Deployment

Ideal for teams wanting enterprise SLA, automatic node updates, and managed validator infrastructure.

1-click config import
Managed RPC endpoints
Zero DevOps overhead

Export for AvaCloud Portal →

Self-Hosted Validators

Ideal for builders and decentralized protocols requiring sovereign infrastructure and custom hardware.

Full command-line scripts
Custom Docker setups
Complete node ownership

Download avalanche-cli script →

The Difference L1Pilot Makes

Compare the traditional multi-week trial-and-error process with AI-guided Avalanche L1 generation.

Traditional Workflow (Without L1Pilot)

✕Reading hundreds of pages of documentation across subnets, precompiles, and Avalanche9000.

✕Manual JSON editing where a single wrong timestamp or parameter breaks the entire genesis block.

✕Unclear trade-offs between PoA permissioning and open validator staking.

✕Weeks of troubleshooting fee schedules and Teleporter cross-chain messaging setup.

The L1Pilot Experience

Plain English conversational guidance tailored to your specific gaming, RWA, or DeFi use case.

Auto-generated, fully validated genesis files with zero manual JSON syntax errors.

Clear recommendations on validator count, tokenomics, and permissioning models.

Ready-to-deploy configs you can plug straight into AvaCloud or run via Avalanche-CLI.

Ready to launch your Avalanche L1?

Start conversing with L1Pilot today and generate your verified genesis files in minutes.