Looking ahead: Integrating Rosetta with Cosmos SDK v0.50

Lau Ángel
Zondax
Published in
3 min readSep 20, 2023

The blockchain space is constantly evolving, and at Zondax, we’re committed to staying at the forefront of innovation. With the impending release of Cosmos SDK v0.50.0-beta.0, a groundbreaking modular version of Cosmos SDK, we saw an opportunity to enhance some capabilities and provide a seamless experience for Rosetta users.

The Leap to v0.50

Cosmos SDK v0.50.0-beta.0 marks a new milestone. It’s the first modular version where various x/ modules have been extracted as standalone Go modules. This modular approach opens up new horizons for flexibility and compatibility within the Cosmos ecosystem.

Rosetta and v0.50: Getting Ready for the Release

At Zondax, we firmly embrace a proactive approach. That’s why we decided to start integrating with v0.50 even while it’s in its pre-release state. Our goal? To be fully prepared for when Cosmos SDK v0.50 officially hits the market. This preparation involved seamless integration with the correct pseudo version of these modules, ensuring that we are on the cutting edge of blockchain technology.

What We’ve Accomplished So Far

Here are some exciting updates on our journey so far:1. The v0.50 Upgrade: We’ve eagerly embraced the v0.50 upgrade, positioning ourselves at the forefront of innovation, we’re running on Cosmos beta as we eagerly await the official v0.50 release.

2. Enhanced Transaction and Signature Parsing: We’ve dedicated efforts to improve our transaction and signature parsing capabilities, enhancing overall functionality and ensuring parsed data is handled properly.

3. Streamlined Code: To make Rosetta even more user-friendly, we’ve simplified some parts of the codebase, ensuring a smoother experience for developers. In addition, it has also been improved to make it more robust and reliable.

Embracing Multi Zone: A World of Possibilities

One of the developments in our integration journey is the newfound compatibility of Rosetta with any area of Cosmos. Whether you’re operating within the Cosmos ecosystem or venturing into new zones, Rosetta seamlessly adapts. No need to rewrite code, make forks, or perform major modifications.

In our quest to make Rosetta universally accessible, we’ve introduced dynamic type inference. This feature intelligently determines the necessary types based on the Cosmos-zone node to which it connects. This means less manual coding for our users, streamlining the integration process.

Empowering Users with Plugin Flexibility

This allows users to easily define the types they require for reading zone-specific information. Even if dynamic registration doesn’t cover your unique needs, our plugin solution minimizes the effort required to harness the full power of Rosetta.

Clearer and More User-Friendly Error Handling

We believe that error messages should never be a barrier to progress. That’s why we’ve completely revamped Rosetta’s error handling. Our error messages are now crystal clear, making debugging simpler and more efficient. No more cryptic error messages; we’ve got your back.

Stay tuned as we continue to break new ground, streamline integration processes, and empower blockchain developers worldwide. Together, we’re shaping the future of blockchain integration.Join us on this thrilling journey into the world of Rosetta and Cosmos SDK v0.50. For more updates, visit www.zondax.ch, follow us on X, LinkedIn, Instagram and Telegram.

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