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Inside the "Kernel Project" & the Bitcoin Core Development Process w/ Core Dev Stéphan

Inside the "Kernel Project" & the Bitcoin Core Development Process w/ Core Dev Stéphan

Published 2 weeks, 2 days ago
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Bitcoin Core doesn’t stand still even if consensus rules don’t change. In this episode, Stéphan (Core Developer at Brink) explains how the Kernel and multiprocess projects are reshaping Bitcoin Core for long-term reliability. From modular validation logic to safer development workflows, this conversation shows why maintenance work matters. Hosted by Shinobi of Bitcoin Magazine.#BitcoinCore #BitcoinDevelopment #BitcoinKernel ⭐️⚔: SIGN UP WITH DUELBITS TODAY FOR A CHANCE TO WIN UP TO 2 BTC: 👉 https://bm.b.tc/YT-Duelbits #ad 🔶 Shinobi - Technical Editor, Bitcoin Magazine🔶 Stéphan- Core Developer at BrinkChapters: 00:00 – Introduction to Bitcoin Core & Kernel Project 02:05 – Why Moving Consensus Code Is So Risky 04:00 – Public Interfaces and Real-World Use Cases 06:00 – Tooling, CI, and Developer Experience 07:20 – Multiprocess Architecture Explained 09:00 – Mining Interfaces and Stratum V2 11:00 – Why Bitcoin Core Must Evolve 13:00 – Validation, Testing, and Fuzzing 15:10 – Cross-Module Complexity in Core 17:40 – Long-Term Maintenance vs New Features 20:10 – Building Bitcoin for the Next Decades 22:30 – Closing Thoughts on Bitcoin Core’s Future#BitcoinMining #StratumV2 #BitcoinInfrastructure #BitcoinSoftware #OpenSourceBitcoin #BitcoinEngineering #BitcoinMagazine #BitcoinConference #BitcoinNodes #BitcoinSecurityDISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of BTC Inc., Bitcoin Magazine, or any affiliated entities. This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, tax, or accounting advice. Nothing contained in this show constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or offer to buy or sell any securities or financial instruments. Viewers should consult their own advisors before making financial or business decisions.

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