zkTaiko is an innovative initiative aimed at integrating zk-proofs into Taiko's existing ZK-rollup architecture, leveraging the capabilities of ZoKrates, a leading toolset for zk-SNARKs (Zero-Knowledge Succinct Non-Interactive Argument of Knowledge). The project aspires to enhance Taiko's secure, decentralized, and permissionless rollup on Ethereum by introducing advanced privacy features, scalability improvements, and developer-friendly tools.
Objectives:
Enable zk-proofs on Taiko's ZK-Rollup: Integrate ZoKrates into Taiko's data layer to facilitate zk-proof generation and verification, thereby enhancing privacy and security.
Enhance Functionality: Expand ZoKrates' common libraries with different commitment schemes and type conversions to provide developers with a more versatile toolkit.
Simplify Development: Introduce an ether.js library tailored for ZoKrates to streamline the development process, making it more approachable for new and existing developers.
Improve Documentation: Revamp and update ZoKrates' official documentation and tutorials to foster a more informed and collaborative developer community within the Taiko ecosystem.
By achieving these objectives, zkTaiko aims to make a significant contribution to the Taiko ecosystem, aligning perfectly with the community grant program's focus on fostering innovation in blockchain technology.
Category
Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKP)
Architecture
Timeline
Phase 1: Initial Assessment and Planning
October 1-15, 2023: Project Kick-off and Team Assembly
Assemble the development team
Define roles and responsibilities
Initial project briefing
October 16-31, 2023: Initial Assessment and Planning
Conduct a SWOT analysis
Develop a risk management plan
Finalize the project plan and timeline
Phase 2: Development and Integration
November 1-15, 2023: Begin Library Expansion
Identify gaps in existing ZoKrates libraries
Start developing new commitment schemes
November 16-30, 2023: Continue Library Expansion
Implement type conversions
Test new commitment schemes
December 1-15, 2023: Initial zk-Proof Integration
Develop a prototype for zk-proof integration into Taiko
Conduct initial tests
December 16-31, 2023: Begin Ether.js Library Development
Design the architecture for the Ether.js library
Start the development phase
Phase 3: Finalization and Documentation
January 1-15, 2024: Complete zk-Proof Integration
Finalize the zk-proof integration into Taiko
Conduct comprehensive tests
January 16-31, 2024: Finalize Ether.js Library
Complete the development of the Ether.js library
Conduct user acceptance testing
February 1-15, 2024: Begin Documentation and Tutorials
Start developing user documentation
Create initial tutorials
February 16-28, 2024: Finalize Documentation and Tutorials
Complete user documentation
Finalize and publish tutorials
Project Conclusion
March 1-15, 2024: Project Review and Community Feedback
Conduct a project review meeting
Collect community feedback
March 16-31, 2024: Project Closure and Final Report
Finalize all project deliverables
Prepare and submit the final project report
Project Plan
Enable zk-Proofs on Taiko's ZK-Rollup
Integration with Taiko's Data Layer: Ensure that all block data required for zk-proofs is written to Ethereum, aligning with Taiko's decentralized and public data layer.
Efficient Block Proposing: Develop mechanisms within ZoKrates that allow for fast and efficient block proposing on Taiko, ensuring a level playing field for all proposers.
Expand Common Libraries
Assessment of Current Libraries: Analyze existing libraries to identify gaps and areas for expansion.
Development of Commitment Schemes: Implement various commitment schemes to enhance security and functionality.
Type Conversions: Create a robust set of type conversion functions to facilitate seamless development.
Simplify Development with ether.js Library
Analysis of Current Javascript Instructions: Identify the limitations and issues with the existing Javascript call instructions.
Development of ether.js Library: Design and implement an ether.js library tailored to ZoKrates, ensuring compatibility and ease of use within the Taiko ecosystem.
Enhance Official Documentation and Tutorials
Audit of Existing Documentation: Conduct a thorough review of the current documentation to pinpoint inaccuracies and areas for improvement.
Update Standard Library Information: Provide detailed information about the standard library, including examples and best practices.
Creation of New Tutorials: Develop comprehensive tutorials that guide developers through various aspects of ZoKrates development within the Taiko ecosystem.
Project Impact
To seamlessly integrate and extend ZoKrates into Taiko's ecosystem, making it more powerful, and user-friendly, and ultimately contributing to a more secure, scalable, and accessible ZK-rollup on Ethereum.
Impact of ZoKrates in Taiko's Ecosystem
Privacy Preservation: ZoKrates enables the creation of protocols that protect user privacy, a fundamental requirement in today's data-driven world and a core feature of Taiko's ZK-rollup.
Scalability: ZoKrates contributes to the scalability of blockchain networks, a critical factor for Taiko's widespread adoption.
Accessibility: ZoKrates offers a specialized language and toolset designed for zk-SNARKs, making this complex technology more accessible to developers.
Impact of zkTaiko Project
Enhancing Functionality: Expanding the common libraries with different commitment schemes and type conversions will provide developers with more tools, enhancing the functionality and versatility of ZoKrates within Taiko's ZK-rollup.
Simplifying Development: The introduction of an ether.js library will streamline the development process, making ZoKrates more approachable and reducing the learning curve for new developers.
Improving Documentation: Comprehensive and accurate documentation is vital for developer efficiency and innovation. By improving the official documentation and tutorials, this project will foster a more informed and collaborative Taiko community.
Team Information
Li@only4sim - Team Leader and Core Developer
Has a solid theoretical foundation and extensive development experience as a researcher in zero-knowledge proofs.
Marie Curie Fellow. Currently pursuing a PhD related to zero-knowledge proofs.
Project Description
zkTaiko is an innovative initiative aimed at integrating zk-proofs into Taiko's existing ZK-rollup architecture, leveraging the capabilities of ZoKrates, a leading toolset for zk-SNARKs (Zero-Knowledge Succinct Non-Interactive Argument of Knowledge). The project aspires to enhance Taiko's secure, decentralized, and permissionless rollup on Ethereum by introducing advanced privacy features, scalability improvements, and developer-friendly tools.
Objectives:
Enable zk-proofs on Taiko's ZK-Rollup: Integrate ZoKrates into Taiko's data layer to facilitate zk-proof generation and verification, thereby enhancing privacy and security.
Enhance Functionality: Expand ZoKrates' common libraries with different commitment schemes and type conversions to provide developers with a more versatile toolkit.
Simplify Development: Introduce an ether.js library tailored for ZoKrates to streamline the development process, making it more approachable for new and existing developers.
Improve Documentation: Revamp and update ZoKrates' official documentation and tutorials to foster a more informed and collaborative developer community within the Taiko ecosystem.
By achieving these objectives, zkTaiko aims to make a significant contribution to the Taiko ecosystem, aligning perfectly with the community grant program's focus on fostering innovation in blockchain technology.
Category
Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKP)
Architecture
Timeline
Phase 1: Initial Assessment and Planning
October 1-15, 2023: Project Kick-off and Team Assembly
October 16-31, 2023: Initial Assessment and Planning
Phase 2: Development and Integration
November 1-15, 2023: Begin Library Expansion
November 16-30, 2023: Continue Library Expansion
December 1-15, 2023: Initial zk-Proof Integration
December 16-31, 2023: Begin Ether.js Library Development
Phase 3: Finalization and Documentation
January 1-15, 2024: Complete zk-Proof Integration
January 16-31, 2024: Finalize Ether.js Library
February 1-15, 2024: Begin Documentation and Tutorials
February 16-28, 2024: Finalize Documentation and Tutorials
Project Conclusion
March 1-15, 2024: Project Review and Community Feedback
March 16-31, 2024: Project Closure and Final Report
Project Plan
Enable zk-Proofs on Taiko's ZK-Rollup
Integration with Taiko's Data Layer: Ensure that all block data required for zk-proofs is written to Ethereum, aligning with Taiko's decentralized and public data layer.
Efficient Block Proposing: Develop mechanisms within ZoKrates that allow for fast and efficient block proposing on Taiko, ensuring a level playing field for all proposers.
Expand Common Libraries
Assessment of Current Libraries: Analyze existing libraries to identify gaps and areas for expansion.
Development of Commitment Schemes: Implement various commitment schemes to enhance security and functionality.
Type Conversions: Create a robust set of type conversion functions to facilitate seamless development.
Simplify Development with ether.js Library
Analysis of Current Javascript Instructions: Identify the limitations and issues with the existing Javascript call instructions.
Development of ether.js Library: Design and implement an ether.js library tailored to ZoKrates, ensuring compatibility and ease of use within the Taiko ecosystem.
Enhance Official Documentation and Tutorials
Audit of Existing Documentation: Conduct a thorough review of the current documentation to pinpoint inaccuracies and areas for improvement.
Update Standard Library Information: Provide detailed information about the standard library, including examples and best practices.
Creation of New Tutorials: Develop comprehensive tutorials that guide developers through various aspects of ZoKrates development within the Taiko ecosystem.
Project Impact
To seamlessly integrate and extend ZoKrates into Taiko's ecosystem, making it more powerful, and user-friendly, and ultimately contributing to a more secure, scalable, and accessible ZK-rollup on Ethereum.
Impact of ZoKrates in Taiko's Ecosystem
Privacy Preservation: ZoKrates enables the creation of protocols that protect user privacy, a fundamental requirement in today's data-driven world and a core feature of Taiko's ZK-rollup.
Scalability: ZoKrates contributes to the scalability of blockchain networks, a critical factor for Taiko's widespread adoption.
Accessibility: ZoKrates offers a specialized language and toolset designed for zk-SNARKs, making this complex technology more accessible to developers.
Impact of zkTaiko Project
Enhancing Functionality: Expanding the common libraries with different commitment schemes and type conversions will provide developers with more tools, enhancing the functionality and versatility of ZoKrates within Taiko's ZK-rollup.
Simplifying Development: The introduction of an ether.js library will streamline the development process, making ZoKrates more approachable and reducing the learning curve for new developers.
Improving Documentation: Comprehensive and accurate documentation is vital for developer efficiency and innovation. By improving the official documentation and tutorials, this project will foster a more informed and collaborative Taiko community.
Team Information
Li@only4sim - Team Leader and Core Developer
Point of Contact
tg: @sing4cat discord: li.quan
Previous Work
Additional Information
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