# Updating Inference Scouts

## How to Update Your Scout

Keeping your Scout node up-to-date ensures optimal performance, security, and access to the latest features. Follow these steps to update your Scout node:

### Step-by-Step Guide

#### 1. Stop the Current Scout Container

First, stop the running Scout container to prepare for the update:

```bash
docker stop scout
```

#### 2. Remove the Existing Scout Container

Remove the old Scout container to avoid conflicts with the new version:

```bash
docker rm scout
```

Optionally, clear your images (use with caution):

```bash
# WARNING: This will delete all your Docker images. 
# Proceed with care if you are on a shared computer.
docker system prune -a
```

#### 3. Pull the Latest Docker Image

Fetch the latest version of the Scout image from Docker Hub:

```bash
docker pull chasmtech/chasm-scout:latest
```

#### 4. Update the .env File (if necessary)

Make sure your `.env` file is up-to-date with any new environment variables required by the latest version. Compare your `.env` file with the latest template provided in the documentation or `.env.sample`.

#### 5. Run the Updated Scout Container

Start the Scout container with the updated image and environment variables:

```bash
docker run -d --restart=always --env-file ./.env -p 3001:3001 --name scout chasmtech/chasm-scout
```

#### 6. Verify the Update

Check that the updated Scout container is running properly:

**a. Check Logs**

View the container logs to ensure there are no errors:

```bash
docker logs scout
```

**b. Access the Application**

Open your browser and navigate to `http://<your-server-ip>:<port>` to verify the setup.

**c. Test Server Response**

Ensure the server is live by running:

```bash
curl localhost:3001
```

Expected response:

```
OK
```

**d. Check the Leaderboard**

Visit the leaderboard and confirm that the version has been updated.

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