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Bitcoin Core Projects with Fabian Jahr and Gloria Zhao SLP607

Bitcoin Core Projects with Fabian Jahr and Gloria Zhao SLP607

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Fabian Jahr and Gloria Zhao rejoin me to discuss whether big
projects can be done inside Bitcoin core. We delve into
AssumeUTXO, ASMap, developer funding, and meritocracy in the
developer community.

Summary

In this episode, Stephan discusses the upcoming Bitcoin Core
version 28, its new features, and the ongoing development efforts
with Fabian and Gloria. They delve into the pace of change within
Bitcoin Core, the importance of communication and collaboration
in software development, and the challenges faced by developers
in getting projects approved. The conversation also covers the
AssumeUTXO project, its implications for node operation, and the
significance of funding and competing implementations in the
Bitcoin ecosystem. The episode concludes with insights into
future projects and the collaborative nature of Bitcoin
development.

Takeaways

Bitcoin Core version 28 introduces exciting new features.

The development process involves both small bug fixes and
significant changes.

Communication and collaboration are essential for project
success.

AssumeUTXO allows for quicker node synchronization.

The decentralized nature of Bitcoin development presents
unique challenges.

Funding can influence project focus but should not dictate
it.

Competing implementations can complicate backward
compatibility.

Iterative development is crucial for large projects.

Engaging the community early can lead to better outcomes.

Future projects like ASMap and Cluster Mempool are on the
horizon.

Timestamps:

(00:00) - Intro

(00:32) - What to expect from Bitcoin Core V28.0?

(05:10) - What should be the pace of change for Bitcoin Core?

(11:15) - How does one decide which is a worthwhile project to
work on?

(14:15) - Why did it take so long for AssumeUTXO to go live?

(20:38) - AssumeUTXO explained

(22:04) - Sponsors

(25:40) - BtcpayServer ‘s Fast Sync

(27:36) - Developer funding landscape in Bitcoin; Working on
FOSS

(31:27) - What are the effects of having various implementations
of Bitcoin Core?

(35:05) - What does it take to successfully merge a PR?

(37:31) - What is the ASMap project?

(48:34) - Sponsor

(49:58) - Importance of soft skills & meritocracy in
Bitcoin’s developer community

(1:00:13) - Upcoming projects; Closing thoughts

Previous Episodes:

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SLP214 Pierre Rochard & Fabian Jahr – Where Are All The
Bitcoins?: https://youtu.be/PQWy_UR9PzY

SLP216 Gloria Zhao Learning Bitcoin Core Contribution &
Hosting PR Review Club: https://youtu.be/O-Q-SmuXjS4

SLP404 Gloria Zhao - What Do Bitcoin Core Maintainers Do?:
https://youtu.be/a61lUwlOF80

v3 Transactions and Package Relay with Glozow (SLP511):
https://youtu.be/H1o7TgTCMjk

Links:

Bitcoin Core v28.0: https://bitcoincore.org/en/download/

ASMap:
https://delvingbitcoin.org/t/asmap-creation-process/548

AssumeUTXO tracking:
https://github.com/bitcoin/bitcoin/issues/29616

https://bitcoinops.org/en/topics/assumeutxo/

TRUC / v3 topic:
https://bitcoinops.org/en/topics/version-3-transaction-relay/

Package relay topic:
https://bitcoinops.org/en/topics/package-relay/

Package relay tracking:
https://github.com/bitcoin/bitcoin/issues/27463

https://brink.dev

Testnet 4 PR: https://github.com/bitcoin/bitcoin/pull/29775

BIP94: https://github.com/bitcoin/bips/pull/1601

CISA website: https://cisaresearch.org

CISA fellowship:
https://x.com/ck_SNARKs/status/1817928417184203162

Sponsors:

Bold Bitcoin

CoinKite.com (code LIVERA)

mempool.space/accelerator

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