AIT3
Emails to selected validators will be sent in batches.
Similar to past AIT1 and AIT2, there will be an AIT3 branch in discord for selected validators.
Aptos will run a stress test, it’s a good way to find weaknesses. You can also test yourself if you want.
Devnet
Indexer performance improvements.
Rox DB is now by default.
Fixed memory leak.
Changes in gas calculation.
Important changes in TypeScript SDK. See source for full details.
Switchboard Oracle
If you want to have the data that isn’t on-chain, oracles can provide it.
They make snapshots when a call has been initiated, which is extremely important.
They provide flexible settings for different kinds of things.
Switchboard Devnet is live.
Other
There’s a Telegram chat Aptos Builder for developers. If you’re building something, contact the team and they’ll add you.
Aptos covered the “Upgrading Move Code” guide live.
Readable format is a big advantage when working and diving into Move.
They’re working on contract reputation. “Users say this contract isn’t quite fair, check if it is the one you are trying to use and it is correct.”
Aptos TypeScript SDK. JavaScript can be used, but TypeScript is recommended.