idea: implement an IPFS driver

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As a user of the container storage library, I want to store layers as objects on IPFS, so that I can benefit from the distributed object storage of IPFS.

Rationale for Implementing IPFS in Container Image Storage Driver

Implementing the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) for storing container image layers offers significant advantages in a distributed computing environment. By leveraging IPFS, each container image layer can be stored as an independent object across a decentralized network. This approach allows for the assembly of container images from multiple IPFS servers using layer references, enhancing flexibility and scalability.

One of IPFS's key benefits is its pinning feature, which ensures the efficient maintenance of the location and replication of container image layers. This enhances data availability and reliability and contributes to optimized storage management. Furthermore, utilizing IPFS can lead to a more equitable distribution of storage costs, as it enables a more accurate accounting of resources used for container image storage. This feature is particularly advantageous for organizations implementing cost-effective and transparent storage solutions.

References

https://docs.ipfs.tech/concepts/