Phase 1

Phase 1: Initial Development & Architecture Design

1. Project Kickoff and Planning

• Define the project scope and key milestones.

• Set up a core development team and project management tools.

2. Architecture Design

• Design the overall architecture of the Zeno Layer 2 solution for the BTC network.

• Define key components: Validator nodes, consensus mechanisms, tokenomics, gas model, and smart contract design.

• Design and review system security architecture, including DDoS protection, node communication, and private key management.

3. Virtual Machine (VM) Development

• Develop and implement a custom virtual machine (VM) designed to execute smart contracts on the Zeno network.

• Optimize VM for BTC network compatibility and scalability.

4. Layer 2 Protocol Development

• Implement the BTC Layer 2 protocol (e.g., channels, rollups, state channels).

• Design efficient transaction aggregation and on-chain settlement mechanisms.

5. Testing & Initial Integration

• Deploy the testnet for internal use.

• Conduct unit testing and integration testing for all core components, including smart contracts and VM.

• Test BTC Layer 2 transaction processing, block production, and gas management.

6. Initial Block Reward Mechanism Design

• Design the initial mining reward structure and staking mechanism.

• Implement early block reward distribution logic for nodes and validators.

7. Documentation and Community Engagement

• Prepare initial technical documentation for developers and users.

• Engage early community members through forums and social media to gather feedback and build awareness.

8. Security Audits and Code Reviews

• Perform security audits on all core protocols and smart contracts.

• Conduct peer reviews and vulnerability testing to ensure robustness and security.