Reference Implementation

Standards + architecture need "running code" to become real infrastructure. A neutral, open reference implementation accelerates adoption and aligns interoperability.

Why a Reference Implementation Matters

On the Internet, rough consensus and running code wins. In the 1980s, BIND—written by a small team—became the dominant DNS implementation and still runs the DNS root as well as many enterprises today.

There is currently no carrier- or enterprise-class reference implementation for AgenticDNS. What the industry needs is an "agentic BIND."

  • • Anchors emerging norms: Real marketplace requirements shape standards
  • • Trust first-class: Governance and safety are primitives, not retrofits
  • • Influences standards: Running code shapes adjacent standards (MCP, A2A, registries)
  • • Reduces dependencies: Less reliance on external agent platforms

Reference Implementation Modules

Index Writer/Reader

Handles AgentAddr record creation, signing, and resolution. Supports CRDT-based updates for distributed operation.

AgentFacts Toolkit

JSON-LD schema validation, W3C VC signing/verification, and revocation status checking.

Resolver/Policy Engine

Local policy-driven resolution, adaptive routing, and context-aware endpoint selection.

Adapters

Connectors for external directories (MCP, A2A), enterprise registries, and enterprise directories like AGNTCY (with NANDA index connectors).

Adoption Paths by Rollout Stage

Intranet

Deploy internal registry with enterprise-controlled index and credential authorities. Start with index writer/reader and AgentFacts toolkit.

Extranet

Add federation support, cross-signing protocols, and adapters for partner registries. Deploy resolver/policy engine for cross-organizational trust.

Internet

Enable public registries, CRDT-based distributed storage, and full adapter suite for all external directories. Open governance and smart contract integration.

Testing & Conformance

The reference implementation includes:

  • • Testing harnesses for each module
  • • Conformance suites for AgentFacts schema validation
  • • Interoperability test suites for external directory adapters
  • • Performance benchmarks for resolution latency
  • • Security audit frameworks for credential validation