Spotlight on Kaspa Developer: Meet the Mastermind Behind the Code

Mar 19, 2024 | News

Written by Shai Wyborski

Hello $kas, let’s introduce you to @coderofstuff_ from the Rusty Crew. Coder is a self-taught developer who has been working in the tech industry for over ten years in the northern regions of the globe. He began contributing to the Kaspa ecosystem in 2022 and made his first contribution to the Rust codebase by mid-2023, becoming increasingly involved since then.

Coder’s initial motivation to contribute was driven by frustration with the only available block explorer’s slow performance, with loading times of up to 10 seconds. He took the initiative to analyze and improve the situation, collaborating with Rob (lAmeR1 on Discord) to submit a pull request that significantly reduced waiting times. This led Coder to use his skills to benefit himself and the Kaspa community. His contributions include a CSV report generator (https://kaspa-transaction-report.vercel.app/) and an ASIC ROI calculator (https://kas-breakeven-calc.vercel.app/), along with a list of fixes and enhancements to existing software. He also supports third-party integrations with exchanges, wallets, and mining pools, contributing to Kaspa’s inclusion in platforms like Uphold, ByBit, OKX web3 wallet, XT, Poloniex, Antpool, and others.

Coder shared his top three contributions:

1. Local address management: This improved network discoverability and connectivity by enabling nodes to share their addresses. It was Coder’s first contribution to the Rusty-kaspa codebase.

2. Optimize P2P block processing latency: This involved refactoring the block processing pipeline to reduce latency and improve block retransmission times.

3. Transaction relay throttling on high P2P load: This helped manage network resources during high loads, ensuring smooth operation during Testnet 11.

In addition to coding, Coder reviews all changes to the codebase, maintaining a deep understanding and upholding high review standards. He also tracks node-related issues for future resolution.

Coder discovered Kaspa through @SonOfATech’s mining content and was drawn by its developer pedigree, originality (not being a fork), and transaction speed focus. His motivations include improving the coin he has a stake in through mining and holding, as well as the continuous learning from collaborating with talented individuals.

Coder advises new developers interested in Kaspa to start by compiling the Rust codebase locally, exploring GitHub issues and pull requests, and engaging with the Discord community channels.

Follow Coder’s work on his GitHub profile: https://github.com/coderofstuff

The original post “Kaspa Developer Spotlight – Coder of Stuff” can be found at https://kaspa.org/kaspa-developer-spotlight-coder-of-stuff/ on Kaspa’s website.

Kaspa: Pushing the Boundaries of Blockchain Technology

Mar 17, 2024 | News

Kaspa: Pioneering the Future of Crypto Technology

Kaspa isn’t just another cryptocurrency; it’s a groundbreaking project that’s redefining the foundations of crypto technology and the financial ecosystem. Despite misconceptions of slow progress, the past eighteen months have seen Kaspa’s team of around 20 developers make significant strides in innovation, scalability, and efficiency.

One of the most notable achievements is the Rust rewrite—a complete reconstruction of Kaspa’s codebase. This overhaul goes beyond simple updates, aiming to reimagine Kaspa’s architecture from the ground up. The developers have meticulously reviewed each line of code to surpass the previous standards and push the boundaries of blockDAG technology.

In addition to reworking the mempool and validation logic, Kaspa has also revamped its API for easier integration and adopted WebAssembly (WASM) to pave the way for more user-centric applications. Furthermore, they’ve tackled the UTXO set bloat issue to create a more scalable network.

The transition to Rust on the mainnet is being carried out with precision, and Kaspa’s Testnet 11 has been operating at an impressive 10 blocks per second (BPS) since early 2024. This high-throughput system challenges the limits of concurrency in computation and communication, showcasing Kaspa’s technical expertise and innovative spirit.

In just a year and a half, Kaspa has undergone a transformation that positions it as a leader in crypto innovation. The project continues to work towards a decentralized, efficient, and open financial system, staying true to the original vision that sparked the creation of Bitcoin.

Stay updated with Kaspa’s progress by visiting their website, wiki, Medium, Teletype, Discord, Telegram, Twitter, GitHub, and following contributors like N. R. Crowningshield and Bubblegum Lightning.

Original post: Kaspa: Accelerating Beyond the Blockchain on Kaspa.org.