> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.aspidanet.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.aspidanet.com/aspida/node-operators/node-operator-set.md). # Node Operator Set Firstly, Aspida has established a whitelist of trusted partners who have undergone a thorough vetting process. These partners have demonstrated a track record of reliability, security, and expertise in managing validators. They will initially be responsible for managing the validators in services. In the later stages, Aspida will implement a node rating system as we transition towards decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) governance. This system will allow the community to participate in evaluating and rating node operators based on various criteria such as performance, uptime, security measures, and responsiveness. This decentralized approach ensures that the selection process is fair, transparent, and aligned with the collective decision-making of the community. In parallel, we are also working on integrating the DVT platform to further diversify the validator set. By combining the initial whitelist of trusted partners with a future node rating system governed by the community, Aspida aims to ensure the highest performance and security standards for validators while fostering community involvement and decentralized decision-making. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.aspidanet.com/aspida/node-operators/node-operator-set.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.