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title: "Grainchain: Langchain for Sandboxes" | ||
icon: "wheat-awn" | ||
iconType: "solid" | ||
description: "Unifying the fragmented sandbox ecosystem with a provider-agnostic interface" | ||
--- | ||
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```mermaid | ||
graph TB | ||
subgraph "Application Layer" | ||
App[Your Application] | ||
end | ||
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subgraph "Grainchain Core" | ||
API[Unified API] | ||
Config[Configuration Manager] | ||
Session[Session Manager] | ||
end | ||
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subgraph "Provider Adapters" | ||
E2B[E2B Adapter] | ||
Modal[Modal Adapter] | ||
Daytona[Daytona Adapter] | ||
Morph[Morph Adapter] | ||
Local[Local Adapter] | ||
end | ||
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subgraph "Sandbox Providers" | ||
E2BProvider[E2B Sandboxes] | ||
ModalProvider[Modal Sandboxes] | ||
DaytonaProvider[Daytona Workspaces] | ||
MorphProvider[Morph VMs] | ||
LocalProvider[Local Environment] | ||
end | ||
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App --> API | ||
API --> Config | ||
API --> Session | ||
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Config --> E2B | ||
Config --> Modal | ||
Config --> Daytona | ||
Config --> Morph | ||
Config --> Local | ||
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E2B --> E2BProvider | ||
Modal --> ModalProvider | ||
Daytona --> DaytonaProvider | ||
Morph --> MorphProvider | ||
Local --> LocalProvider | ||
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style App fill:#e1f5fe | ||
style API fill:#f3e5f5 | ||
style E2BProvider fill:#fff3e0 | ||
style ModalProvider fill:#fff3e0 | ||
style DaytonaProvider fill:#fff3e0 | ||
style MorphProvider fill:#fff3e0 | ||
style LocalProvider fill:#fff3e0 | ||
``` | ||
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The sandbox ecosystem is exploding. E2B, Modal, Daytona, Morph, and countless other providers are revolutionizing how we execute code in isolated environments. But this innovation comes with a cost: **fragmentation**. | ||
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Today, developers face an impossible choice: commit to a single sandbox provider and accept vendor lock-in, or spend countless hours learning multiple APIs, managing different configurations, and maintaining separate codebases for each provider. | ||
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**We built Grainchain to solve this problem.** | ||
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## The Inspiration | ||
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The idea came from a simple tweet by [@mathemagician](https://twitter.com/mathemagician/status/1795149337284866500): | ||
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> *"There should be a 'langchain for sandboxes'"* | ||
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That statement captured a fundamental truth. Just as [Langchain](https://github.com/langchain-ai/langchain) revolutionized how developers work with Large Language Models by providing a unified interface across OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and others, **the sandbox ecosystem needs the same unification**. | ||
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## The Problem with Sandbox Fragmentation | ||
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The rapid growth of sandbox providers represents incredible innovation, but it creates several critical challenges: | ||
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### Vendor Lock-in | ||
Applications become tightly coupled to specific sandbox providers. Switching from E2B to Modal or Daytona requires rewriting significant portions of your codebase. | ||
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### Learning Curve | ||
Each provider has its own API, configuration format, and operational patterns. Developers must learn multiple systems instead of focusing on their core application logic. | ||
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### Migration Complexity | ||
Moving between providers isn't just about changing a few configuration values—it often requires architectural changes and extensive testing. | ||
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### Testing Challenges | ||
Testing across multiple providers becomes cumbersome when each requires different setup, authentication, and operational procedures. | ||
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## Enter Grainchain | ||
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Grainchain provides a clean, consistent API for interacting with various sandbox providers. Write your code once, and run it across multiple sandbox environments seamlessly. | ||
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### Unified API | ||
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```python | ||
import asyncio | ||
from grainchain import Sandbox | ||
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async def main(): | ||
# This code works with ANY provider | ||
async with Sandbox() as sandbox: | ||
# Execute code | ||
result = await sandbox.execute("echo 'Hello, Grainchain!'") | ||
print(result.stdout) # "Hello, Grainchain!" | ||
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# Upload and run a Python script | ||
await sandbox.upload_file("script.py", "print('Hello from Python!')") | ||
result = await sandbox.execute("python script.py") | ||
print(result.stdout) # "Hello from Python!" | ||
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asyncio.run(main()) | ||
``` | ||
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### Provider Flexibility | ||
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Switch between providers with a single configuration change: | ||
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```python | ||
# Use E2B | ||
async with Sandbox(provider="e2b") as sandbox: | ||
result = await sandbox.execute("pip install numpy") | ||
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# Use Modal | ||
async with Sandbox(provider="modal") as sandbox: | ||
result = await sandbox.execute("echo 'Using Modal'") | ||
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# Use Daytona | ||
async with Sandbox(provider="daytona") as sandbox: | ||
result = await sandbox.execute("echo 'Using Daytona'") | ||
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# Use Morph | ||
async with Sandbox(provider="morph") as sandbox: | ||
result = await sandbox.execute("echo 'Using Morph'") | ||
``` | ||
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## Core Principles | ||
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### 1. Provider Agnostic by Design | ||
Your code should work seamlessly across E2B, Modal, Daytona, Morph, or any future provider that emerges. | ||
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### 2. Simplicity Over Complexity | ||
A unified API shouldn't mean a complicated API. We believe in clean, intuitive interfaces that make the complex simple. | ||
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### 3. Performance Without Compromise | ||
Abstraction should not mean overhead. Grainchain adds minimal latency while maximizing developer productivity. | ||
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### 4. Open by Default | ||
Our code is open source. Our development is transparent. Our community drives our roadmap. | ||
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### 5. Future-Proof Architecture | ||
We build for the sandbox ecosystem of tomorrow, not just today. New providers integrate seamlessly. | ||
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## Real-World Impact | ||
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Since launching Grainchain, we've seen remarkable adoption: | ||
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- **Eliminated vendor lock-in** for hundreds of developers | ||
- **Reduced integration time** from days to minutes | ||
- **Enabled rapid prototyping** across multiple sandbox providers | ||
- **Fostered innovation** by removing infrastructure concerns | ||
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## Advanced Features | ||
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### Performance Benchmarking | ||
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Grainchain includes built-in benchmarking to help you choose the right provider for your workload: | ||
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```bash | ||
# Test individual providers | ||
grainchain benchmark --provider local | ||
grainchain benchmark --provider e2b | ||
grainchain benchmark --provider daytona | ||
grainchain benchmark --provider morph | ||
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# Generate comprehensive reports | ||
./scripts/benchmark_all.sh | ||
``` | ||
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Current performance baseline: | ||
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| Provider | Total Time | Basic Echo | Python Test | File Ops | Performance | | ||
| ----------- | ---------- | ---------- | ----------- | -------- | ---------------- | | ||
| **Local** | 0.036s | 0.007s | 0.021s | 0.008s | ⚡ Fastest | | ||
| **E2B** | 0.599s | 0.331s | 0.111s | 0.156s | 🚀 Balanced | | ||
| **Daytona** | 1.012s | 0.305s | 0.156s | 0.551s | 🛡️ Comprehensive | | ||
| **Morph** | 0.250s | 0.005s | 0.010s | 0.005s | 🚀 Instant Snapshots | | ||
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### Provider Health Checking | ||
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Before using Grainchain, check which sandbox providers are available: | ||
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```bash | ||
# Check all providers | ||
grainchain providers | ||
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# Show detailed setup instructions | ||
grainchain providers --verbose | ||
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# Check specific provider | ||
grainchain providers --check e2b | ||
``` | ||
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### Advanced Configuration | ||
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```python | ||
from grainchain import Sandbox, SandboxConfig | ||
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config = SandboxConfig( | ||
timeout=300, | ||
memory_limit="2GB", | ||
cpu_limit=2.0, | ||
environment_vars={"API_KEY": "secret"}, | ||
working_directory="/workspace" | ||
) | ||
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async with Sandbox(provider="e2b", config=config) as sandbox: | ||
result = await sandbox.execute("echo $API_KEY") | ||
``` | ||
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## The Technology Stack | ||
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Grainchain is built with modern Python best practices: | ||
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- **Async-first architecture** for maximum performance | ||
- **Type-safe interfaces** for reliable development | ||
- **Comprehensive testing** across all supported providers | ||
- **Rich configuration system** for complex deployments | ||
- **Built-in benchmarking** for performance optimization | ||
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## Supported Providers | ||
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| Provider | Status | Features | | ||
| ----------- | ------------ | ------------------------------------------------ | | ||
| **E2B** | ✅ Supported | Code interpreter, custom images, file operations | | ||
| **Daytona** | ✅ Supported | Development environments, workspace management | | ||
| **Morph** | ✅ Supported | Custom base images, instant snapshots, <250ms startup | | ||
| **Local** | ✅ Supported | Local development and testing | | ||
| **Docker** | 🚧 Planned | Local Docker containers | | ||
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## The Future of Sandbox Computing | ||
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We're building toward a future where: | ||
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### Phase 2: Ecosystem 🚧 | ||
- Docker provider support | ||
- Advanced features (GPU support, custom images, networking) | ||
- Performance optimizations and monitoring | ||
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### Phase 3: Intelligence 🔮 | ||
- Intelligent provider selection based on workload | ||
- Cost optimization across providers | ||
- Auto-scaling and resource management | ||
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### Phase 4: Community 🌍 | ||
- Plugin ecosystem for custom providers | ||
- Multi-language SDKs (JavaScript, Go, Rust) | ||
- Enterprise features and support | ||
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## Why This Matters for Code Agents | ||
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The future of software development is increasingly driven by AI agents that need reliable, fast access to sandbox environments. Whether it's: | ||
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- **Code agents** executing and testing code changes | ||
- **Data science workflows** running analysis pipelines | ||
- **CI/CD systems** building and testing applications | ||
- **Development environments** providing isolated workspaces | ||
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All of these use cases benefit from provider-agnostic sandbox access. Grainchain enables AI systems to focus on their core logic rather than infrastructure concerns. | ||
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## Getting Started | ||
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```bash | ||
# Basic installation | ||
pip install grainchain | ||
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# With specific provider support | ||
pip install grainchain[e2b] | ||
pip install grainchain[daytona] | ||
pip install grainchain[morph] | ||
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# With all providers | ||
pip install grainchain[all] | ||
``` | ||
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## Join the Movement | ||
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Grainchain is more than a library—it's a movement toward a better, more unified sandbox ecosystem. | ||
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**Contribute:** | ||
- GitHub: [https://github.com/codegen-sh/grainchain](https://github.com/codegen-sh/grainchain) | ||
- Issues: Share your ideas and feedback | ||
- PRs: Help us build the future | ||
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**Connect:** | ||
- Follow our progress on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/codegen_sh) | ||
- Join discussions in our community channels | ||
- Share your Grainchain success stories | ||
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## The Bottom Line | ||
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**Sandbox providers should compete on performance, features, and price—not on API lock-in.** | ||
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Grainchain makes this possible. We're building the abstraction layer that lets innovation flourish while keeping developers free. | ||
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The future of sandbox computing is unified, open, and developer-first. | ||
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**Welcome to Grainchain. Welcome to the future.** | ||
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--- | ||
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*Built with ❤️ by the [Codegen](https://codegen.com) team* | ||
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*Get started with Grainchain today: [https://github.com/codegen-sh/grainchain](https://github.com/codegen-sh/grainchain)* |
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I don't think those images exist... they are certainly not committed to the repo. Maybe do this with mermaid ors omething? We use Mintlifly, you can search their docs
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Got it! I'll look into using mermaid or Mintlify for the diagrams... 🖊️
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✅ Fixed the image issue!
You're absolutely right - I was referencing non-existent images. I've updated the blog post to use a comprehensive Mermaid diagram instead, which works perfectly with Mintlify.
The new diagram shows the complete Grainchain architecture:
This gives a much better visual representation of how Grainchain unifies the sandbox ecosystem, and it's all rendered natively by Mintlify without needing any external image files.
🔄 Updated PR #1166 with the Mermaid diagram fix!
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