After scoping the Pectra fork, a profitable interop occasion and 4 devnets, we’re now launching the primary short-lived Pectra testnet: Mekong!
The Mekong testnet contains all of the EIPs proposed for the upcoming Pectra fork on Ethereum. These modifications embrace UX modifications by way of EIP-7702, Staking modifications by way of EIP-7251, modifications to the deposits and exit mechanisms by way of EIP-6110/ EIP-7002 and extra. An exhaustive listing of the EIPs in addition to specs carried out could be discovered right here.
Mekong is supposed to be a playground for pockets builders to experiment with UX modifications and for stakers to realize confidence within the upcoming modifications. The testnet will likely be short-lived and is function full with all of the meant EIPs for Pectra. We might even see some minor spec modifications or smaller EIPs, however the options included right here will make it into current public testnets and at last Ethereum mainnet.
Getting began
To get began with utilizing Mekong, please go to the community’s touchdown web page. There, you’ll be able to add the community to your browser pockets, view block explorers, request funds from the tap, and connect with a JSON RPC endpoint.
There are some UX-specific EIPs on this improve and we’re actually excited to see how wallets will make use of them. So please experiment with the modifications and supply us with suggestions. Some solutions for generally requested questions could be discovered right here.
Working a node
Please observe the information right here with a purpose to run a node on the Mekong testnet. As with Ethereum mainnet, you’ll need to run an Execution and Consensus layer node.
Stakers
There are some main modifications to the staking workflow coming in Pectra and the Mekong testnet would be the first location to strive them out. There are modifications to the deposit and withdrawal strategies, so please consult with the FAQ discovered right here for extra particulars. Please learn the FAQ for data on learn how to activate a validator on Mekong.
Does this have an effect on Ethereum Mainnet, Holesky or Sepolia in any approach?
No. Mekong is a brand new testnet and doesn’t have an effect on different Ethereum networks. Nonetheless, testing on Mekong will inform the deployment of the Pectra improve on different Ethereum networks.
As a non-staking node operator, what do I have to do?
Mekong is a brand new testnet, so you wouldn’t have to do something in the event you run your node on Holesky/Sepolia or on Ethereum Mainnet. Nonetheless, in the event you want to run a node on the brand new community, use directions and model of your Ethereum shopper listed within the hyperlink right here.
As a staker, what do I have to do?
Please consult with the part “As a non-staking node operator, what do I have to do?” to first run a node. Then you might carry out a deposit and run a validator on the brand new Mekong community.
We suggest studying the Pectra FAQ. There’s some details about fundamental actions you might wish to carry out as a staker.
As an software or tooling developer, what ought to I do?
Software and tooling builders ought to evaluate the improve modifications to make sure any fixes are executed, or to grasp learn how to use newly launched performance.
Pockets builders ought to evaluate the improve, particularly for EIP-7702 to make sure the most recent options are supported.
Why “Mekong”?
The Devcon going down earlier than the Pectra improve will likely be held in Southeast Asia. We wished to pick out a reputation that resonates with this location. The Mekong River, which flows by way of a number of Southeast Asian international locations, appeared like a becoming alternative.
My query wasn’t answered, The place can I am going?
We might suggest studying the entire FAQ right here. In case your query continues to be unanswered, please ask in one in every of these areas:
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