September + October Development Update

Welcome to the Development Update.

It's time for our development roundup. Grab a coffee, and let's explore what we've been working on in September and October.

First off, we're making great progress on our private testnet. As we iron out the kinks, we're gearing up for the next big leap: the public testnet. Exciting times ahead!

So, what's new? Well, we've given our platform a serious upgrade in the security and performance departments. We switched from Express.js to Fastify, which is like trading in your trusty bicycle for a sleek electric bike - faster, smoother, and way cooler. You'll notice snappier response times and can rest easy knowing your data is locked up tighter than Fort Knox.

We've also revamped our data-sharing game. Picture this: a new peer system that's like a well-oiled machine, with smart semaphores keeping everything in check during consensus. Oh, and we've turbocharged our peer list exchange system - it's now faster than gossip spreading in a small town.

DemosWork is now part of the family, and we've given our SDK a facelift. This opens up a world of possibilities for future partnerships and integrations. We're also sprucing up our Gitbook docs, making sure they're in tip-top shape for when we go public.

Reliability has been a big focus for us. We've squashed those pesky node forging and broadcast bugs, which means less downtime and a smoother ride for everyone. We've also beefed up our logging and diagnostic tools, so we can spot and fix issues faster than you can say "blockchain".

Our documentation is stronger than ever. We've made it clearer, more comprehensive, and future-proof. Whether you're a seasoned dev or a curious newbie, you'll find it easier to navigate our platform.

On the technical side, we've made some under-the-hood tweaks that you might not see, but you'll definitely feel. We're talking milliseconds to seconds for better timing, streamlined URL handling, and fine-tuned shard behavior. It's like we've given our engine a complete overhaul.

Last but not least, our consensus algorithm is purring like a kitten. The PoR (Proof of Representation) BFT hybrid consensus is working its magic, and we're not stopping there - we're pushing it to its limits with more testing and optimization.

Key points of this update:

* Enhanced the private testnet, with focus shifting towards the public testnet

* Transitioned from Express.js to Fastify, improving security and performance

* Revolutionized data-sharing capabilities with a new peer system and improved peer-to-peer communication

* Integrated DemosWork and upgraded SDK, opening avenues for future integrations and partnerships

* Addressed issues related to node forging and broadcast errors, enhancing system reliability

* Implemented enhanced logging capabilities and new diagnostic functionalities

* Improved documentation, making it clearer and more comprehensive

* Made technical enhancements, including transitioning from milliseconds to seconds for timing operations and optimizing peer communication

* Improved and tested the PoR (Proof of Representation) BFT hybrid consensus algorithm

That's all for now, folks! We're stoked about what's coming next, and we hope you are too. Thanks for sticking with us on this wild ride towards the Omniweb.

Stay tuned for more updates.

Cristiano Frassineti - CTO Kynesys labs