bitDEP
bitDEP is a protocol and reference implementation for encoding, transporting, and validating bit-level dependencies in distributed systems. It aims to provide a compact representation of how data bits depend on one another, supporting reproducible builds, data integrity, and efficient streaming of dependency graphs. The scope includes software packaging, content distribution, and data pipelines where precise provenance matters.
The format encodes dependency graphs as a directed, bit-oriented stream. It relies on content-addressable identifiers, cryptographic
Implementation and ecosystem: Open-source implementations exist in multiple languages, with tooling designed to integrate into build
Adoption and uses: BitDEP is employed by organizations seeking reproducible provenance and supply-chain security, for packaging
Limitations: As a niche protocol, adoption varies and interoperability with established tools remains in progress. Performance
See also: Merkle tree, content-addressable storage, reproducible builds, supply chain security.