Welcome to the 5th issue of The Kadena Tech Bulletin!
Whether you are already familiar with Kadena or just learning about it for the first time, the Kadena Tech Bulletin provides a short technical overview of how we are revolutionizing the blockchain industry, one block at a time. From Pact to Chainweb, to how we are refining our builder onboarding process, we will provide our community of builders and developers with all the updates and tools needed to help nurture and scale their projects in our ever-growing ecosystem.
Here’s a recap of the last month:
1. LEDGER!
After a long wait, you can now store your KDA tokens on Ledger! We are very proud of the team at Kadena and the community for making this happen.
Read this article by Ledger Docs for a step-by-step guide to setting up your Ledger Kadena (KDA) account and transferring your KDA tokens to a Ledger device.
2. Pact 4.8
We’re excited to announce the release of Pact v 4.8!
This release brings a range of improvements, including bug fixes, updates to formal verification, and internal changes that enhance the platform’s performance, stability, and functionality.
Official Github link: https://github.com/kadena-io/pact/releases/tag/v4.8
3. Chainweb Stream
Last month, we released the initial experimental version of Chainweb-stream Server and Client. This new system enables the continuous streaming of transactions, simplifying the process for projects to run their applications on Kadena’s blockchain.
The Chainweb-stream-server functions as a “middleware” server, handling all polling tasks on your behalf and exposing streams of transactions to clients. Its counterpart, the Chainweb-stream-client, complements the server by offering a consistent experience across different browsers and environments.
Official GitHub Link: Chainweb-stream-server
Official GitHub Link: Chainweb-stream-client:
Official Medium Article: Chainweb Stream — poll more, do less
4. Launch of the Alpha Version of @kadena/client
Kadena’s Developer Experience team is thrilled to announce the launch of the alpha version of “@kadena/client,” which enables JavaScript/TypeScript users to easily interact with the Kadena blockchain.
Moreover, @kadena/client also features a functional approach through “@kadena/client/fp,” providing builders more flexibility in creating commands, such as composing “command” or “lazy loading.”
Official GitHub release: https://github.com/kadena-community/kadena.js/tree/main/packages/libs/client
5. Pact K:ourse is Ready
The Kadena Academy team has been diligently working and is delighted to present our first Pact K:ourse — “Mastering Functions in Pact”.
Elevate your developer skills and don’t forget to collect your Kadena Learning Points along the way.
Official Link: https://academy.kadena.io/courses/mastering-functions-in-pact
6. GitHub supports Syntax Highlight for Pact
The anticipation has been long, but the wait is over! Finally, GitHub officially supports syntax highlights for Pact. This update makes coding easier, faster, and more efficient, thereby reducing errors and making code reviews smoother!
7. Chainweb 2.20
The newest version of Chainweb has been released! Chainweb 2.20 brings you some exciting updates, including but not limited to internal changes, Pact 4.8 updates, and most significantly, a fresh Chainweb Version called “fast-development” designed for Pact developers.
Official GitHub Link: https://github.com/kadena-io/chainweb-node/releases/tag/2.20
Anticipate some exciting news in the upcoming month: the countdown has begun for the eagerly awaited launch of Kadena’s updated NFT standard — Marmalade V2! Offering limitless customization and policy options, Marmalade provides builders and users with an exceptional NFT experience.
As Kadena continues to push the boundaries of innovation, we look forward to providing you with regular Tech Bulletin updates so that you can continue to build with Kadena’s latest cutting-edge technology. Be sure to follow our social channels and stay tuned for more exciting news and updates from the Kadena Team!
