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Former finance C++ dev writing about the merge of mining into the energy grid 🔋

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The Protocol Masterclass (from Plan B Network program) was a very useful walkthrough of the code base by Jon, a core developer.

Notes
https://vibe.planb.network/planb_program_dev_masterclasses/speakers/jon-atack.html

Some nuggets/quotes I found interesting or funny:

> Initially, the code had a huge main.cpp where most of the transaction validation logic lived (>5000 loc), which suggests Satoshi was not a professional C++ developer.


> Bitcoin core currently has only about 40 active individuals and is struggling to find new developers.

“It’s important to understand how few people work on the Bitcoin protocol” “Actively full time maybe 30-40 people in the world.” “In the past year or two there has been no new developer” “Now is a good time to work on bitcoin core.”

> Coding style

“The code base is being gently refactored over time. You have to curb your urge to clean-up the code, as this can introduce bugs.”

> Changes that affect the consensus require the highest level of review. “It has been a while since there has been an accidental fork”

> “It’s funny how much importance people give to BIP numbers and what number it is. I would prefer they attach more importance to actually finishing their draft”

> “Give what you want. You want review, give review. Reviewing other people’s work is a forever green way of adding value and making friends.” “You have to not care too much about how fast your own stuff gets in”.

> “There are so many more people who want to post on X, and so few who actually want to read the code”
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Yet another #BitcoinWalkSG on Wed 25th February

Join fellow enthusiasts for a casual after-work stroll around Gardens by the Bay. No stage, no slides, no sponsor. Just walking, talking about hard money and eating local food.

All knowledge levels welcome, no registration required.

- 18.30 Meet inside Dimbulah@MBFC
- 19.00 Start walking along the marina all the way to Satay by the Bay food court
- 20.00 chope table, order food, talk bitcoin
- Walk back to MRT Gardens by the Bay and split-up.
- Rainy alternative: Lau Pa Sat

Route

- Start along the Marina waterfront -> cross the Helix Bridge -> Water Lily Pond -> End at Satay by the Bay food court.
- We’ll sit down at the food court for food and drinks.
- Exit point: MRT Gardens by the Bay TE22 (brown line)

What to expect

- Easy, flat walk at conversational pace.
- Singapore weather: could be hot and humid or a sudden downpour.
- Informal discussions about adoption, mining, quantum or your favourite Lightning wallet.
- Hokkien mee, popiah, rojak and satay.
- Flexible: Join late, leave early, or stay for extra chats.
- Free to attend; bring water, comfy shoes, and your best questions.

What this is not

- Not a conference
- Not a pitch night
- Not a crypto or web3 event


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@bitcoinwalkpenang

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Official walk page https://bitcoinwalk.org/singapore/