Thread by @ScopeDefi

Kaspa on Rust: Enhancing Performance, Stability, and Security.

Everything you need to know about the latest #Kaspa on Rust update in this thread.

Let’s dive in👇🏼🧵 (6 min)

$KAS #Rust #Kaspa @KaspaCurrency #KaspaonRust

The Kaspa platform is undergoing a major engine upgrade dubbed #Rusty Kaspa. Get ready for a faster, more stable, and more secure experience. Let's dive into the details of this transformative rewrite & what it means for the future of #Kaspa.

What I will be covering in this thread:

-Alpha Stage
-Preparing for the Beta Release
-Automatic Pruning
-Block Sampling: Fine-Tuning Difficulty Adjustment
-IBD Recovery: Reduced Sync Times
-More Robust & User-Friendly
-A smooth transition means no Hard Fork is Required

-Timeline and Testnet
-Conclusion

Alpha StageExciting news, for the $Kas community.

Rusty Kaspa, currently in its #alpha stage, has already been deployed on both the mainnet and testnet, offering us a glimpse into the remarkable potential of this upgrade.

Initial feedback indicates that Rusty Kaspa is performing optimally, with no significant issues encountered so far.

Preparing for the Beta Release

While the alpha stage shows promising results, the journey to the Beta release is not without its challenges.

One of the objectives is to ensure the infrastructure is equipped to handle increased block rates efficiently.

Achieving this involves several crucial elements, such as automatic pruning of block headers, block sampling for difficulty adjustment, recovering from interrupted Initial Block Downloads (IBD), and enhancing the Application Programming Interface (API).

Automatic Pruning

An essential challenge lies in automating the pruning of block headers. Currently, this process requires manual node resync to clear older header data. With #Kaspa on Rust, this cumbersome process will be streamlined, resulting in improved efficiency.

Block Sampling: Fine-Tuning Difficulty Adjustment

Block sampling is expected to refine the difficulty adjustment process.

According to a recent Kaspa Improvement Proposal (KIP), the goal is to optimize the Difficulty Adjustment Algorithm (DAA) to adapt to environments with higher blocks-per-second (BPS). This improvement will ensure a more robust and responsive platform.

IBD Recovery: Reduced Sync Times

Interrupted Initial Block Downloads (IBD) can cause delays and strain on the network. #Rusty Kaspa's ability to resume an interrupted IBD is a game-changer.

It will significantly reduce sync times and alleviate network strain, leading to a smoother user experience.

More Robust & User-Friendly

Kaspa on Rust will introduce a revamped API on the horizon.

The new #API will expand support for JSON requests and feature a more user-friendly structure, catering to purpose-specific APIs.

This enhancement will benefit stakeholders such as exchanges, developers, and utilities, making their interactions with the platform more seamless and efficient.

A smooth transition means no Hard Fork is Required

Notably, #Rusty Kaspa will function without the need for a hard fork, following the same consensus rules as the current Golang implementation. However, any modifications aimed at increasing block rates will require consensus rule changes, potentially leading to a hard fork.

Timeline and Testnet

The estimated timeline for the beta release is set at two to three weeks. Following this, a 4BPS testnet will be launched for a few days, allowing developers to gather valuable insights for future planning.

While specifics for a 32BPS mainnet roadmap are yet to be unveiled, the progress made thus far instills optimism in the Kaspa community.

Conclusion

#Kaspa on Rust is driving the @KaspaCurrency ecosystem toward a brighter future.

This Rust rewrite goes beyond a technical overhaul; it represents a strategic move to enhance functionality, efficiency, and user experience. As we eagerly await the beta. $KAS #Rust

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