The Ethereum network has entered the final testing phase for the long-awaited Pectra update. Preparations indicate progress following previous trials that faced setbacks.
Importance of the Testing Process
Trials conducted on earlier Holesky and Sepolia test networks prompted a restart of the careful testing process due to the update’s incomplete implementation. Developers have shifted to a new test network to provide additional testing opportunities aimed at resolving the encountered issues.
Introduction of the New Hoodi Testnet
The newly created Hoodi test network allows stakeholders within the ecosystem, particularly users providing staking services, to conduct final trials before the update. This approach is seen as critical to prevent potential disruptions before deploying the Pectra update to the Ethereum mainnet. During the testing phase, various code modifications were tested with the goal of making Ethereum more user and developer-friendly. One of the innovations includes enabling smart contract functionality in wallets, allowing transaction fees to be paid with different cryptocurrencies. This change aims to equip wallet software with new features. Test networks are regarded as copies of main blockchains, where significant code modifications can be examined in a low-risk environment.
Findings and Community Expectations
Following today’s final simulation, developers stated that the system will be monitored for approximately thirty days, after which the Pectra update is planned to be transferred to the main network. The Ethereum community considers this testing phase important, hoping the system becomes more stable and user-friendly.
The final testing phase of the Pectra update is a significant milestone for the Ethereum network's development. Efforts are focused on preventing disruptions and enhancing the system's stability and usability.
