Dev Release-191

Exciting times ahead for the BlockDAG community! This dev release brings you the latest updates on our progress as we edge closer to the next major release. With a brand-new blockchain deployed and extensive testing underway, we are committed to making this network faster, more secure, and incredibly robust. We know you're eager for the official release date, and we’re working hard to finalize it—so stay tuned for the big announcement coming soon!

• Deployment of a new blockchain, currently undergoing rigorous testing for the next major release.
• Extensive edge case testing to enhance reliability, speed, and security.
• Continuous design refinements, bug fixes, and feature enhancements across multiple components.
• Setting up GitBook for community documentation.
• Active discussions with stakeholders to finalize the release date for the next major update.

This is a crucial step in our journey towards launching a next-gen blockchain ecosystem. Our development team is pushing boundaries to ensure stability, efficiency, and top-notch security. The countdown to the next big update has begun, and we can’t wait to share the official launch date with you soon! Keep an eye out for more updates.

The BlockDAG team has deployed a new blockchain and is actively testing its configuration in preparation for the next major release. 
The key objectives include:

• Testing all possible edge cases to address potential issues and improve system resilience.
• Enhancing blockchain speed, security, and overall reliability through continuous optimizations.
• Once the testing phase is complete, we will deploy all platforms onto the new blockchain and conduct full-scale testing of all deliverables.
• Engaging in discussions with stakeholders to establish a final launch date for the next major release.

• Bug Fixes & Design Improvements: Addressing reported UI/UX inconsistencies and ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Enhanced Performance: Optimizing response times and improving scalability to handle high traffic efficiently.
• Banner Implementation: Informing users about upcoming updates and changes to the explorer interface.

• X10 Hardware Integration Discussions: Initiated the discussions on integrating X10 hardware with the mobile mining application for improved performance.
• Development initiated: The relevant for x10 are initiated in the development soon soon you’ll get familiarised with the designs.

• Design Fixes & UI Enhancements: Making refinements to the interface to improve usability and efficiency.
• Bug Fixes: Resolving known issues to enhance stability and performance.
• Feature Improvements: Ensuring a smooth development experience with better debugging tools and smart contract deployment capabilities.

• Setting up GitBook to provide comprehensive documentation for community members.
• Ensuring all guides are up to date with the latest network and platform changes.
• Encouraging active community participation in refining documentation and platform usability.

• Major bug fixes across the explorer and IDE to ensure smoother operation.
• Improved blockchain stability through enhanced configuration testing.

IDE Pro & Explorer Bugs: Ongoing fixes to optimize performance.

• Finalizing blockchain testing and deploying all platforms onto the new network.
• Conducting a comprehensive test of all deliverables before the official release.
• Continuing discussions with stakeholders to lock in the release date for the next major update.
• Refining design and stability improvements in the explorer and IDE.
• Expanding community documentation and updating guides on GitBook.

We value our community’s insights and suggestions! Your feedback helps us refine and enhance the BlockDAG ecosystem. If you encounter issues or have recommendations, please reach out to us at [email protected]. We encourage all community members to participate and contribute to our ongoing development efforts.

This dev release highlights the significant strides made in improving the BlockDAG ecosystem. With a new blockchain deployed, extensive testing underway, and major refinements in progress, we are well on our way to the next major release.

The wait is almost over! 

Stay tuned for the official release date announcement and get ready for a faster, more secure, and more efficient BlockDAG network!