A Lodestar for Consensus 2024
A 2024 review of ChainSafe's TypeScript implementation of Ethereum Consensus.
Devcon 2024: New city, new LootBox treasure hunt!
Our VRF LootBoxes combine digital and physical rewards, bridging the online world with Bangkok’s hotspots.
The web3.js Africa Tour
Across Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, and Uganda, I led web3.js workshops, guiding developers through hands-on learning and connecting local talent to the global web3 space. Follow along to see how the journey unfolded.
Release notes: Web3.unity 3.0
Web3.unity SDK version 3.0 includes a suite of powerful updates to expand what your game is capable of, reduce friction for players, and (of course) improve quality-of-life for builders.
Understanding Polkadot's Parachain Protocol: The Candidate Backing Subsystem
Polkadot’s network runs on trust, but what makes it truly secure? Enter the Candidate Backing Subsystem—a critical protocol where validators decide which parachain blocks make the cut. Curious how this process keeps Polkadot fast and secure? Let’s explore the mechanics behind the magic.
Setting Up Your ZKsync Development Environment with Web3.js Plugin
If you’re looking to develop on the ZKsync Era network and integrate it with Web3.js, you’re in the right place. This guide will walk you through the initial setup required to get your local environment ready for development and testing. We’ll cover cloning the necessary repositories,
Working with the ZKsync L2 Provider Using web3-plugin-zksync
In the previous article, we covered how to set up a local ZKsync environment and connect it to the Web3.js plugin. Now, we’ll take it a step further by exploring how to interact with the ZKsync Layer 2 provider. By the end of this guide, you’ll know
Working with Wallets on ZKsync using Web3.js
Before jumping into wallet interactions, make sure you have already set up your local ZKsync environment as described in the previous article on setting up the ZKsync environment. It’s crucial to have a functional environment to interact with Layer 2 and execute the wallet operations discussed here. If you
Smart Accounts on ZKsync Layer 2 with Web3.js
In the previous articles, we explored setting up the environment and working with traditional wallets. In this article, we will delve into a powerful feature of the ZKsync network: Smart Accounts. Smart Accounts extend the standard wallet functionality by offering greater flexibility and programmability, enabling users to customize their account’
Paymaster on ZKsync Layer 2 with Web3.js
In this article, we explore the Paymaster feature in ZKsync, which allows users to sponsor transaction fees. This is a powerful tool that provides flexibility, enabling users to handle gas fees in a more customizable manner. Before diving into this, ensure you have followed the steps from the previous articles,
Exploring Multisig in ZKsync using Web3.js
In this article, we’ll dive into the multi-sig feature within the ZKsync ecosystem, showing how to deploy and interact with a multi-sig contract. Multisig (multiple signatures) allows for enhanced security by requiring more than one private key to authorize transactions. This is particularly useful for managing funds in a
Using Injected Providers in a React App with ZKsync and Web3js
In this article, we will explore how to set up a Next.js application to interact with the ZKsync network using an injected provider, such as MetaMask. We’ll build a basic application that connects to a user’s wallet, retrieves account information and sends a small amount of ETH