The Dash Incubator team members give their quarterly reports for Q2 of 2024.
They discuss progress on projects such as Platform Explorer, DashMate, wallet development, and PrivateSend SDK. The team emphasizes preparations for Dash Platform's mainnet launch and its implications for their work.
They also cover developer relations efforts, upcoming blockchain meetups, and potential improvements to the Dash JavaScript SDK. The discussion underscores the team's focus on readying for Dash Platform's release and expanding the Dash developer ecosystem.
00:00 - Introduction and Team Updates
The episode opens with the team introducing themselves and outlining the structure of the call. Rion explains that they will go through each team member's proposals and accomplishments from the previous quarter. The discussion clarifies the Incubator's funding structure, emphasizing that team members are paid for completed tasks rather than calendar time. This introduction sets the context for the detailed updates to follow and provides insight into the Incubator's operational model.
02:44 - Mikhail's Update on Platform Explorer and DashMate
Mikhail provides a comprehensive update on his work, primarily focusing on the Platform Explorer. He discusses significant improvements made to both the backend and frontend, including a major redesign of the homepage. Mikhail introduces his expanded team, which now includes frontend and backend developers, as well as a UX specialist. He details new features such as the network status block, trending lists for platform entities, and plans for separate Platform Explorer instances for different networks. Mikhail also touches on updates to DashMate, including new features to help with the upcoming Dash Platform mainnet release.
20:54 - Jojobyte's Update on Wallet Development and PrivateSend SDK
Jojobyte discusses his team's progress on various projects, including work on the Dash RPCJS and its integration into Dash Join. He explains that personal commitments have slowed some progress but highlights the near completion of library work for Dash Join. Jojobyte outlines plans for the coming quarter, including finishing stage two of the wallet development, implementing third-party wallet integrations, and potentially exploring Dash Platform development once it reaches mainnet. The discussion also touches on the transition of some projects from Rion's budget to Jojobyte's, reflecting the evolving roles within the Incubator.
33:37 - Rion's Update on Developer Relations and Future Plans
Rion provides an overview of his work in the previous quarter, including funding for various projects such as the PrivateSend SDK, Incubator updates, and web framework integrations. He discusses his focus on developer relations, including attending a conference in Utah and plans for future blockchain meetups. Rion outlines his strategy for introducing more developers to Dash Platform, emphasizing the need to address current SDK issues before expanding outreach. He also mentions plans to investigate and potentially improve the JavaScript SDK for Dash Platform, considering different approaches to enhance performance and usability. Rion highlights the upcoming Permissionless conference in Salt Lake City as an important opportunity for Dash Platform exposure. He concludes by discussing the Incubator's budget allocations and reserves for the coming quarter.
47:46 - Q&A and Wrap-up
The team addresses questions from the chat, including updates on WalletConnect integration and clarification on Ash's proposal for DashSpend development. They discuss ongoing communication with WalletConnect developers and the potential for supporting UTXO chains. The chapter concludes with final thoughts from team members, emphasizing their continued commitment to building and expanding the Dash ecosystem, and looking forward to an exciting quarter ahead with the impending Dash Platform mainnet launch.
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