Current Progress:
- Significant cleanup has been done, focusing on resolving issues with the transport layer and dependencies.
- Transport layer is working well, and the remaining issues are expected to be fixed within the next few days.
- The handshake handler has been thoroughly tested, with only minor remaining issues that are actively being addressed.
- A new monitoring and logging tool is almost ready and will be integrated soon.
Next Steps:
- Larger network simulations will be conducted to test Freenet’s behavior with more peers.
- Live testing on a real network environment will verify peer-to-peer connectivity and hole punching.
- Final testing of key contracts (e.g., microblogging, mailing) is planned to ensure they work correctly, though some may be revisited after the initial release.
Release Timing:
- The release is tentatively expected within the next few weeks, but this depends on the success of network simulations and live testing.
- A cautious approach is being taken to minimize risks in real-world conditions, with connectivity between non-gateway peers being the highest area of concern.
Technical Highlights:
- WebAssembly has been used to maintain a highly responsive user interface, which is key for the user experience despite being a decentralized app.
- Ongoing work on improving the invite process for chat rooms includes exploring solutions like cryptographic proof-of-work and Ghost Keys to prevent abuse.
- Message encryption and archiving mechanisms have been discussed but may be added post-MVP to simplify the initial release.