Choose Your Data Access Method
SQD offers three ways to access blockchain data. Each is designed for different use cases and developer preferences.Portal API
Direct HTTP access to raw blockchain data. Query using simple HTTP requests in any programming language.
Pipes SDK
Lightweight TypeScript streaming library for custom data pipelines with
automatic decoding and type safety.
Squid SDK
Complete TypeScript framework with built-in PostgreSQL and auto-generated GraphQL API.
Quick Comparison
- Portal API
- Pipes SDK
- Squid SDK
What it is: Language-agnostic HTTP API for raw blockchain dataBest for: Analytics, data lakes, custom pipelines in any languageKey advantage: 10-50x faster than RPC with minimal setup
Next Steps
Compare Options
See feature matrices, code examples, and technical trade-offs between Portal API, Pipes SDK, and Squid SDK.
Start Building
Follow the quickstart to set up Portal API and run your first query.
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