<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">A cloud environment with all the tools for building your dApp</h2>Cardano Node, DB-Sync, Ogmios with no setup. Ready to code workspaces on Haskell, Plutus, Rust, Python and others. Deploy your dApp as a Docker image. Move to self-hosted at any time.START BUILDING

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Given the blockchain engineering expertise required to manage individual Cardano components, getting started on the network can prove challenging. This dynamic becomes especially true when developers want to refrain from utilizing centralized solutions or managing infrastructure. For those developers, the Cardano Foundation recognizes the value of <a href="https://demeter.run/">Demeter</a> and how it can foster ecosystem adoption and growth.Demeter is a software platform built to streamline the development process within the Cardano ecosystem and make building decentralized applications (DApps) more developer-friendly. As an all-in-one solution, Demeter enables developers to easily and quickly deploy testnet and mainnet environments.<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Building on the Cardano Network</h2>In a broader sense, Demeter aims to remove barriers to entry for those looking to launch applications on Cardano. As such, the Foundation has provided TxPipe, the company behind Demeter, with a one-time grant. This grant will subsidize a free tier that offers limited access to the Demeter platform. Specifically, this tier will enable access to:<ul><li>A Cardano Node configured for preview, pre-prod, or (later) mainnet networks;</li><li>Various developer tools from the ecosystem, such as <a href="https://ogmios.dev/">Ogmios</a>, cardano-db-sync, <a href="https://github.com/txpipe/scrolls#readme">Scrolls</a>, <a href="https://github.com/txpipe/oura">Oura</a>, Kupo, and Hydra;</li><li>Workspaces with starter-kits for various use cases (e.g., Plutus development with Haskell, Aiken, Helios, etc.) with ready-to-use templates used for quickly bootstrapping new projects.</li></ul>Through this engagement, the Foundation intends to address some of the challenges associated with developing applications on the Cardano blockchain—namely, onboarding new developers.<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Onboarding Complexity</h2>Cardano follows a minimalistic approach when it comes to core components. For example, the Cardano node is meant to only do what is necessary to ensure network performance. Specifically, the node only stores information required to follow and validate the chain. For this reason, many responsibilities get pushed into client applications. This approach aims to keep the maintenance of core components reasonable while allowing the ecosystem to develop necessary modular solutions in parallel. However, for new Cardano users, this dynamic can become overwhelming as development requires the simultaneous use of multiple tools. From chain indexers, wallets, transaction builders, chain watchers, and explorers, a myriad of tools exist that, once properly orchestrated, can solve practically any problem.Some typical tools found in a Cardano development environment include:<ul><li><a href="https://github.com/input-output-hk/cardano-node">cardano-node</a></li><li><a href="https://github.com/input-output-hk/cardano-db-sync">cardano-db-Sync</a></li><li><a href="https://github.com/input-output-hk/cardano-node/tree/master/cardano-submit-api">cardano-submit-API</a></li><li><a href="https://github.com/cardano-foundation/cardano-wallet">cardano-wallet</a></li><li><a href="https://github.com/cardano-foundation/cardano-graphql">cardano-graphQL</a></li><li><a href="https://github.com/input-output-hk/cardano-ogmios">Ogmios</a></li><li><a href="https://github.com/CardanoSolutions/kupo#readme">Kupo</a></li><li><a href="https://hydra.family/head-protocol/">Hydra</a></li><li><a href="https://github.com/input-output-hk/marlowe-cardano">Marlowe</a></li><li><a href="https://github.com/dQuadrant/kuber">Kuber</a></li></ul>Given the diversity of modules, platforms like Demeter become particularly useful in helping developers get started with Cardano. Specifically, Demeter makes the orchestration and deployment of these components simple. This dynamic enables seamless integrations, encouraging innovation within the Cardano ecosystem.<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Infrastructure to Developer Ratio</h2>In addition to the startup process, the typical infrastructure components found in a Cardano development environment require significant resources to function, such as CPU, memory, and disk storage. If we consider that, during the development process, a developer might need to connect to several Cardano networks, like preview, preprod, mainnet, etc., the resource requirements can become prohibitive for some developers—even those using powerful machines. Data must also be synchronized from every network each time, making establishing a development environment particularly cumbersome.Some standard techniques exist to mitigate the problem, for example, using containerized workloads that can be paused during periods of inactivity. Although valid, these workarounds offer partial solutions and often require configuring and connecting pieces manually and individually.&nbsp;&nbsp;A better use of resources would be to share instances of these infrastructure components among several developers. The relation between infrastructure and developers should follow a ratio of 1:N, with the cost of running the infrastructure divided among several participants. As a cloud-based solution, Demeter enables multiple participants to share the cost of infrastructure, which encourages more developers to join the Cardano ecosystem. This dynamic promotes a vibrant and sustainable developer community, driving innovation and growth while minimizing the financial burden on individual developers.<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Multiple Tech Stacks</h2>Blockchain development involves multiple disciplines: frontend development, backend development, smart contract development, and more. Although most of the core Cardano development remains highly Haskell-centric, a tendency toward introducing different programming languages and frameworks is already noticeable. In fact, many well-furnished libraries and ecosystems exist in alternative languages such as Rust, Java, Go, or C#. This trend is also visible on-chain with the advent of new programming platforms such as Aiken or Helios, which offer compelling alternatives to Haskell.Demeter provides a unified platform that consolidates resources and tools for those ecosystems. This dynamic streamlines development, making it more accessible and efficient for developers across different stacks, fostering a cohesive and collaborative environment for building on Cardano.<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Sandbox Learning Environments</h2>Large-scale adoption of Cardano also entails attracting developers outside the present ecosystem, addressing state-of-the-art expectations, and furnishing developers with appropriate testing environments. Supporting temporary, fully-capable sandbox environments that spin up in a few minutes provides developers with a mechanism to experiment with hands-on projects, showcasing the capabilities of their system.Demeter aims to adopt a similar strategy, supplying extensions that support sandbox or testnet environments, enabling developers to refine and validate their projects without the burden of managing the infrastructure themselves. Once ready, they can keep hosting it on Demeter or export their setup as Terraform or Kubernetes configurations—two widely used technologies for managing infrastructure.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Low-Level Platform as a Service (PaaS)</h2>Many Cardano ecosystem services offer web-based APIs to facilitate blockchain interactions at a high-level abstraction (e.g., Blockfrost, Koios, GoMaestro,&nbsp; etc.). These services eliminate the complexity of interacting with the underlying layer of components. However, projects working on fine-tuning performance or those that require more flexibility in their workflows would also require lower-level access, including:<ul><li>direct access to the Ouroboros Node-to-Node &amp; Node-to-Client mini-protocols;</li><li>direct access to Ogmios WebSocket &amp; HTTP endpoints;</li><li>direct access to the cardano-submit-api’s HTTP endpoints;</li><li>direct PostgreSQL access to cardano-db-sync data;</li><li>direct access to Kupo’s HTTP endpoints</li></ul>Some blockchain protocols provide services at different levels of abstraction, both high-level API abstraction and low-level protocol endpoints. For example, solutions that provide “nodes as a service” have become common. Similarly, Demeter offers developers the flexibility to work at the level of abstraction that suits their needs, whether they require a simplified interface or deeper protocol access. This flexibility can enhance the Cardano ecosystem's appeal and usability, attracting a more comprehensive range of developers and use cases.<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">A technical description of Demeter</h2>Demeter provides cloud environments organized by cluster. A cluster represents a group of computational resources and tools that different projects can consume simultaneously in a controlled and measured fashion. Clusters are elastic by nature, meaning they acquire more resources automatically when needed and shrink during idle times.A Demeter project is defined as one or more developers interacting with the cluster to build and deploy a Cardano DApp. On each cluster, developers can enable a variety of extensions to access different useful services, such as:<ul><li>Cardano Nodes: fully-synced, managed versions of the Cardano Node that can be accessed through a private network using Ouroboros mini-protocols.</li><li>Cardano DB-Sync: a managed version of cardano-db-sync. Data can be retrieved through direct SQL access to highly available PostgreSQL instances.</li><li>Cardano Ogmios: highly available instances of Ogmios that can be accessed directly through WebSocket or HTTP.</li><li>Cardano Submit API: private, load-balanced instances of the cardano-submit-api that can be accessed directly via HTTP for submitting serialized Cardano transactions.</li><li>Cardano Oura Webhooks: allows developers to create automated event-driven actions in response to Cardano blockchain events powered by Oura.</li><li>Cardano Kupo: a lightweight and configurable chain-index for the Cardano blockchain alongside a developer-friendly HTTP API.</li><li>Cardano Blockfrost RYO: a self-hosted instance of the Blockfrost API, providing a real gateway to the Cardano blockchain.</li><li>Cardano Kuber: Haskell library and API service for building and composing Cardano transactions.</li><li>Cardano Hydra Node: a self-hosted Hydra node alongside a terminal-user interface and useful dashboard to simplify the creation and management of Hydra heads.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Marlowe Runtime: enables the execution of Marlowe smart contracts on the Cardano blockchain.</li></ul>This comprehensive tooling supports the Cardano by streamlining development within a unified platform. In technical terms, Demeter simplifies access to blockchain data and services while allowing for robust testing environments.In keeping with the Foundation’s support of projects that significantly contribute to the ecosystem, especially those that can have ample future impact, we decided to collaborate with TxPipe and give the ecosystem access to a free Demeter tier. By structuring the Foundation’s grant in this way, we aim to help TxPipe reach a wider audience, broaden the appeal of the Cardano network, and drive innovation across the ecosystem.<h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Measuring the partnership impact</h2>Since TxPipe enabled a free-tier cluster in the EU region on 21 June 2023, several user metrics have shown significant growth. Notably, in August:<ul><li>386 new users signed up</li><li>452 projects were created</li><li>317 grants were given to new users*</li><li>108 workspaces were created</li></ul>Additionally, in September:<ul><li>446 new users signed up</li><li>525 projects were created</li><li>391 grants were given to new users*</li><li>114 workspaces were created</li></ul>*Sponsored by the Cardano Foundation (every new user receives the grant only for the first project they create).With the free-tier engagement complete as of 30 September, the Foundation will now review its overall impact, aiming to determine the effectiveness of the grant. Should these findings indicate growing usership, additional opportunities may exist to work alongside TxPipe on future adoption initiatives.Matthias Benkort Technical Director of Open Source Development

Cardano Foundation

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Simplifying Cardano DApp development with Demeter

Hello to our vibrant Foreon community!The Foreon Network team is back with another development update.We’ve been working tirelessly to enhance our platform, and today, we bring forth our latest advancements.In our <a href="https://foreonnetwork.medium.com/foreon-network-development-update-edition-3-road-to-mvp-ea00cda34e1c">last development progress post</a>, we noted that some new members Andrey and Valentina joining the Foreon team.Over the course of several meetings, there were team dialogues between Andrey and Santiago and Andrey expressed concerns about using <a href="https://demeter.run/">Demeter</a>, specifically regarding its web UI and code editor, showing a preference for local editors and inquired about the possibility of using Demeter merely as a hosting platform for backend services.<a href="https://twitter.com/santicarmuega">Santiago</a> clarified that the Demeter workspaces for coding and the hosting platform are distinct features, assuring Andrey that backends/frontends can be deployed using just the docker image.Then also the team has added a comprehensive explanation regarding the Markets share-price formula.The OpenAPI spec has been updated and also a mock-server has been set up, which provides an interface with dummy data.The off-chain Lucid code in TypeScript is in development for creating transactions.The team has also initiated the indexing process using <a href="https://github.com/txpipe/scrolls">Scrolls</a>.Updated the API spec with examples and uploaded a document detailing a low-level design, inclusive of transaction diagrams.Boilerplate for the server has been set up, and for the next iteration, the team is focusing on implementing a simple oracle and transaction building.We are also making progress on the implementation of a simple oracle and operations related to Foreon Questions for the MVP.What We Are Currently Working On:<ul><li>Endpoints for the Claim operation.</li><li>Offchain of Claim operation.</li><li>A script for testing the flow of a question.</li><li>Setting up a database for storing question information and updating it as new questions emerge.</li></ul>These updates are crucial, and we’ll be discussing them in detail in our next development update.Wrapping UpOur journey toward the forefront of blockchain technology continues, and we’re making strides with each passing day.We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our community for your unwavering support.Stay tuned for further updates about our upcoming ISPO as we forge ahead in our mission to revolutionize the world of prediction markets with the Foreon Network.If you have any feedback or questions, don’t hesitate to reach out beep@foreon.network.We value community engagement and insights, and they play a pivotal role in our growth and development.Keep up-to-date with Foreon Network:Website: <a href="https://foreon.network/">https://foreon.network</a> Blog: <a href="https://foreonnetwork.medium.com/">https://foreonnetwork.medium.com/</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/foreonnetwork">https://twitter.com/foreonnetwork</a> Discord: <a href="https://discord.com/invite/zwPfBRGDEu">https://discord.com/invite/zwPfBRGDEu</a> Telegram: <a href="https://t.me/ForeonNetwork">https://t.me/ForeonNetwork</a> GitHub: <a href="https://github.com/Foreon-Network">https://github.com/Foreon-Network</a>

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Foreon Network Development Update: Edition 4 — (Advancing Towards the Forefront)

In a move towards mainstream blockchain adoption, Input Output Global (IOG), deployed <a href="https://marlowe.iohk.io/blog/marlowe-goes-live-be-the-first-to-explore-the-power-of-marlowes-smart-contract-toolset">Marlowe on mainnet in May 2023</a>. On July 5, 2023, IOG teams gathered in Lisbon, a prominent hub for blockchain in Europe, showcasing the commitment to advancing smart contract use cases and development goals.<h2>Unlocking new possibilities for Cardano developers</h2><a href="https://marlowe.iohk.io/">Marlowe's</a> arrival marks a significant milestone in the blockchain industry. Following a successful <a href="https://marlowe.iohk.io/blog/a-comprehensive-guide-to-marlowe-s-security-audit-outcomes-built-in-functional-restrictions-and">security audit</a> by an external firm <a href="https://www.tweag.io/">Tweag</a>, Marlowe provides users with a safe, efficient, and accessible platform for developing smart contracts and decentralized applications (DApps). Unlike traditional development processes that require specialized programming skills, Marlowe simplifies the entire process, allowing builders to focus on workflow and business logic. &nbsp;During the live launch event in Lisbon, the team presented Marlowe's key features and benefits:<img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/ffc7e0e650d4ae252d093662306f040af696b6ef-1920x1081.png?w=3840" alt="Marlowe benefits" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/ffc7e0e650d4ae252d093662306f040af696b6ef-1920x1081.png?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/ffc7e0e650d4ae252d093662306f040af696b6ef-1920x1081.png?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1920" loading="lazy"> Reusable and customizable templates: Marlowe provides developers with pre-built templates that can be customized to suit their specific requirements, saving time and effort in the development process.<ul><li>Built-in simulator: With Marlowe's built-in simulator, developers can test their contracts before deployment, ensuring they function as intended and minimizing the risk of errors.</li><li>Easy setup and example applications: Marlowe offers a user-friendly interface and comes with example contracts that serve as practical guides for developers, enabling them to get started quickly on their projects.</li><li>Powerful APIs: Marlowe APIs enhance the functionality and flexibility of smart contracts, enabling developers to build complex applications with ease.</li></ul><a href="https://marlowe.iohk.io/blog/marlowe-launch-party-celebrating-the-future-of-smart-contracts#collaboration-with-txpipe-and-demeter-run">#</a><h2>Collaboration with TxPipe and Demeter Run</h2>IOG also announced its collaboration with <a href="https://txpipe.io/">TxPipe</a> to provide developers with seamless access to Marlowe Runtime through <a href="https://demeter.run/">Demeter Run</a>. Demeter Run, a cloud-based platform, eliminates the need for developers to set up and maintain their own infrastructure for leveraging Cardano's blockchain technology. This collaboration ensures that developers can make the most of the Cardano ecosystem without any hassle.<img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/aceaa91f6e11a8ef84063c74aa53517fdef32aa0-1440x960.webp?w=3840" alt="Santiago Carmuega TxPipe" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/aceaa91f6e11a8ef84063c74aa53517fdef32aa0-1440x960.webp?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/aceaa91f6e11a8ef84063c74aa53517fdef32aa0-1440x960.webp?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1440" loading="lazy">&nbsp;<a href="https://marlowe.iohk.io/blog/marlowe-launch-party-celebrating-the-future-of-smart-contracts#realizing-the-power-of-smart-contracts-on-cardano">#</a><h2>Realizing the power of smart contracts on Cardano</h2>Marlowe's <a href="https://docs.marlowe.iohk.io/docs/developer-tools/overview">set of tools</a> includes support for JavaScript and Haskell, integration with the Blockly visual editor, and easy deployment options both on cloud services and local hosts. This variety of options for working with smart contracts empowers developers to seamlessly bring their ideas to life on Cardano.&nbsp;Omer Husain, Head of Product for Marlowe, commented:<blockquote>Launching Marlowe on mainnet took extensive work from our team and our partners, and I’m fascinated to see how the community will take it and run with it to bring their DApp ideas to life on Cardano. We have strived to make a platform that is as easy, efficient, and secure as possible, that opens the gates for developers with amazing ideas to more easily realize the potential of their innovation.</blockquote><img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/4a5d7da2305f7b5d1dc60d0d0956f56cbbfbf36b-1440x960.webp?w=3840" alt="Omer" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/4a5d7da2305f7b5d1dc60d0d0956f56cbbfbf36b-1440x960.webp?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/4a5d7da2305f7b5d1dc60d0d0956f56cbbfbf36b-1440x960.webp?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1440" loading="lazy"> The team also presented a prototype DApp that provides an interface for deploying and running Marlowe smart contracts in a seamless way. This prototype is an example use case that shows the potential of the Marlowe suite of tools. And this is just the beginning of what developers can achieve with Marlowe.<img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/a267eacc776abd2fd6c29010a2914271322ee393-1440x960.webp?w=3840" alt="Demo" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/a267eacc776abd2fd6c29010a2914271322ee393-1440x960.webp?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/a267eacc776abd2fd6c29010a2914271322ee393-1440x960.webp?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1440" loading="lazy"> IOG actively encourages developers to delve deeper into the possibilities and explore a multitude of ideas and use cases.<a href="https://marlowe.iohk.io/blog/marlowe-launch-party-celebrating-the-future-of-smart-contracts#community">#</a><h2>Community</h2>The Marlowe launch exemplified the importance of community involvement, as different individuals and organizations came together to actively participate and share their perspectives on Marlowe and its potential use cases. Members from <a href="https://fluidtokens.com/">Fluid Tokens</a>, <a href="https://newm.io/">NEWM</a>, <a href="http://nmkr.io/">NMKR</a>, <a href="https://www.claynation.io/">CLAY NATION</a>, <a href="https://www.cosmex.io/">Cosmex</a>, <a href="https://vault3.io/">VAULT3</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/LaPetiteADA?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor">LaPetite Ada</a>, and more joined the conversation, providing valuable insights and ideas for Marlowe adoption. Their participation highlighted the collaborative nature of the community and the eagerness to explore new possibilities ahead. &nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/96c8133e7ec4517d019b3f200d1ac5545b298014-1920x1081.png?w=3840" alt="Marlowe Community" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/96c8133e7ec4517d019b3f200d1ac5545b298014-1920x1081.png?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/96c8133e7ec4517d019b3f200d1ac5545b298014-1920x1081.png?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1920" loading="lazy">&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/73e7e59573ee7925971b48ceeabc039fad46281c-1440x2160.webp?w=3840" alt="LaPetiteADA and Anita" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/73e7e59573ee7925971b48ceeabc039fad46281c-1440x2160.webp?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/73e7e59573ee7925971b48ceeabc039fad46281c-1440x2160.webp?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1440" loading="lazy">&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/b2ea505065cd8e083719fb0c93c2f0f1448267c8-1440x960.webp?w=3840" alt="Pablo and Denitsa" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/b2ea505065cd8e083719fb0c93c2f0f1448267c8-1440x960.webp?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/b2ea505065cd8e083719fb0c93c2f0f1448267c8-1440x960.webp?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1440" loading="lazy">&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/1ac39d7c8c5e9ca5ac160bdc93543687a0a99030-1440x960.webp?w=3840" alt="Community" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/1ac39d7c8c5e9ca5ac160bdc93543687a0a99030-1440x960.webp?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/1ac39d7c8c5e9ca5ac160bdc93543687a0a99030-1440x960.webp?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1440" loading="lazy">&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/29c4d7619a975efb8114c81045a34d30f9927425-1440x960.webp?w=3840" alt="Poolside" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/29c4d7619a975efb8114c81045a34d30f9927425-1440x960.webp?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/29c4d7619a975efb8114c81045a34d30f9927425-1440x960.webp?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1440" loading="lazy">&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/c9c5e293b90c368627811e04fa6562a84029ad1c-1440x960.webp?w=3840" alt="Ben and Lena" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/c9c5e293b90c368627811e04fa6562a84029ad1c-1440x960.webp?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/c9c5e293b90c368627811e04fa6562a84029ad1c-1440x960.webp?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1440" loading="lazy">&nbsp;&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/399dae429d84322ea60482fea9d8d2f5a9a2827d-1440x960.webp?w=3840" alt="Alex and Marlowe team" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/399dae429d84322ea60482fea9d8d2f5a9a2827d-1440x960.webp?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/399dae429d84322ea60482fea9d8d2f5a9a2827d-1440x960.webp?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1440" loading="lazy">&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/d4573a8669b8d5e7ab5b97cce7e3a3bf65722896-1440x960.webp?w=3840" alt="Marlowe Team" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/d4573a8669b8d5e7ab5b97cce7e3a3bf65722896-1440x960.webp?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/d4573a8669b8d5e7ab5b97cce7e3a3bf65722896-1440x960.webp?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1440" loading="lazy">Additionally, <a href="https://linktr.ee/nesso.xyz">Francesco Corvi's</a> magic turned live-coded Haskell into music, bringing a unique perspective to the event.&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/250688f081a346efe9933880d3947f4f4a1d060f-1440x960.webp?w=3840" alt="Haskell code generated music" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/250688f081a346efe9933880d3947f4f4a1d060f-1440x960.webp?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/250688f081a346efe9933880d3947f4f4a1d060f-1440x960.webp?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1440" loading="lazy">To add an extra touch of creativity and excitement, a creative coder and mixed media artist, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/enrique.ag0/#">Enrique AG</a> created a game in which users could manipulate the club's music parameters with every Marlowe smart contract transaction on the Cardano testnet. On top of that, he played with the Marlowe logo by creating a visualization of transaction data in the form of a light sculpture.&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/d254313b3696d50c60b74c6c3d9274bf688a6c35-1440x2160.webp?w=3840" alt="Marlowe logo sculpture" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/d254313b3696d50c60b74c6c3d9274bf688a6c35-1440x2160.webp?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/d254313b3696d50c60b74c6c3d9274bf688a6c35-1440x2160.webp?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1440" loading="lazy">&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/062608e77d72f8252f8de839aaea4b25602daaaf-1440x960.webp?w=3840" alt="Marlowe logo sculpture" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/062608e77d72f8252f8de839aaea4b25602daaaf-1440x960.webp?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/062608e77d72f8252f8de839aaea4b25602daaaf-1440x960.webp?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1440" loading="lazy">The launch showed how crucial it is for the community to be engaged. The combination of technology and art perfectly encapsulated the spirit of the Marlowe community, where collaboration, exploration, and celebration intertwine to foster a supportive and dynamic ecosystem.&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/55da58c29cb21d2912ade6a5b30ac2e45a2562c0-1440x960.webp?w=3840" alt="Enrique and Anthony" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/55da58c29cb21d2912ade6a5b30ac2e45a2562c0-1440x960.webp?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/55da58c29cb21d2912ade6a5b30ac2e45a2562c0-1440x960.webp?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1440" loading="lazy">&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:auto;" src="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/8cbf9692ba2f8a20542ae76b83e34eab8c1ed153-1440x960.webp?w=3840" alt="Poolside" srcset="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/8cbf9692ba2f8a20542ae76b83e34eab8c1ed153-1440x960.webp?w=1920 1x, https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cogl778i/production/8cbf9692ba2f8a20542ae76b83e34eab8c1ed153-1440x960.webp?w=3840 2x" sizes="100vw" width="1440" loading="lazy"><a href="https://marlowe.iohk.io/blog/marlowe-launch-party-celebrating-the-future-of-smart-contracts#get-involved">#</a><h2>Get involved!</h2>The Marlowe launch marked a major advance in simplifying smart contract development on Cardano.&nbsp;Stay tuned! Make sure to join the <a href="https://discord.com/channels/826816523368005654/936295815926927390">Discord technical channel</a>, follow <a href="https://twitter.com/marlowe_io">Marlowe on Twitter</a>, and see <a href="https://github.com/input-output-hk/marlowe-cardano">GitHub</a> repositories. Finally, don’t forget about <a href="https://www.essentialcardano.io/development-update">weekly development updates</a>, where IOG teams share more about their weekly progress. For more details, see the <a href="https://marlowe.iohk.io/">Marlowe website</a> and <a href="https://docs.marlowe.iohk.io/docs/introduction">documentation</a>.Olga HryniukSenior Technical Writer

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<li>IOHK launches Marlowe, a toolset that simplifies decentralized app development on Cardano.</li>
<li>Marlowe prioritizes security, simplicity, and accessibility, making app development more user-friendly and inclusive.</li>
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IOHK, the blockchain research and technology company behind Cardano, has introduced Marlowe, a comprehensive collection of tools designed to simplify the process of building decentralized apps (dApps) on the Cardano platform. With the launch of Marlowe, IOHK aims to empower individuals, irrespective of their technical knowledge or background, to actively participate in the creation of <a target="_blank" href="https://cardanofeed.com/marlowe-celebrates-its-launch-enabling-anyone-to-create-apps-on-cardano-181">innovative apps on Cardano</a>.
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Marlowe Celebrates Its Launch Enabling Anyone To Create Apps on Cardano<a target="_blank" href="https://t.co/HeuHK0zTjt">https://t.co/HeuHK0zTjt</a>
— Cardano Feed ($ADA) (@CardanoFeed) <a target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/CardanoFeed/status/1677084052019355649?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 6, 2023</a></blockquote>
<h3>Simplifying App Development with Marlowe’s Toolset</h3>
Marlowe’s toolset is built with a focus on security, simplicity, and accessibility. To ensure the safety and reliability of the apps created using Marlowe, the toolset has undergone rigorous security checks performed by Tweag, a respected French-based software company. This commitment to security establishes a solid foundation for developers to build trust and confidence in the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/new-cardano-based-decentralized-prediction-platform-enters-the-market-foreon-network/">decentralized</a> app ecosystem on Cardano.&gt;&gt; Buy Cardano (ADA) quickly and securely with PayPal, credit card or bank transfer at eToro. <a target="_blank" href="https://med.etoro.com/B20859_A118320_TClick_SText%20link%20CNF%20English.aspx">Visit Website</a> &lt;&lt;
Marlowe’s design philosophy revolves around simplicity and ease of use. The toolset provides developers with reusable templates, a contract-testing simulator, and robust APIs, streamlining the app design and implementation processes. Additionally, sample apps are available, offering developers inspiration and a convenient starting point for their projects, minimizing setup requirements.
<h4>Partnership with TxPipe for Enhanced Accessibility</h4>
Recognizing the importance of accessibility, the Marlowe team has joined forces with TxPipe, a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/cardano-cip-1694-and-launch-of-this-new-feature-will-drive-ada-price-can-it-hit-1/">Cardano-focused platform</a> providing access to open-source tools. Together, they are working to offer developers easy access to MarloweRuntime through Demeter, a cloud-based infrastructure developed by TxPipe. This collaboration eliminates the need for developers to set up and maintain their own infrastructure, making Marlowe even more user-friendly and accessible to a broader audience.
By removing barriers and simplifying the development process, IOHK’s Marlowe is paving the way for increased participation and innovation in decentralized app development on Cardano. The open-source nature of Marlowe’s toolset encourages collaboration and allows developers to freely use and modify the code, fostering a vibrant community of creators within the Cardano ecosystem.
The launch of Marlowe on Cardano signifies a significant milestone in the quest to democratize app development. It empowers individuals with diverse backgrounds and skill sets to contribute their unique ideas and creativity to the growing landscape of dApps. With Marlowe, IOHK and the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/cardano-community-reaches-1-million-and-will-work-to-develop-new-use-cases/">Cardano community</a> are fostering a supportive environment that fuels innovation and propels Cardano’s position as a leading blockchain platform for decentralized application development.&gt;&gt; Buy Cardano (ADA) quickly and securely with PayPal, credit card or bank transfer at eToro with low fees and deposit protection. Get started with ADA now. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.etoro.com/de/crypto/?utm_medium=Affiliate&amp;utm_source=118320&amp;utm_content=19159&amp;utm_serial=&amp;utm_campaign=&amp;utm_term=">Visit Website</a> &lt;&lt;
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