40 sats \ 2 replies \ @k00b 25 Nov 2022 \ on: Jon Atack AMA bitcoin
What would most people be surprised to learn about bitcoin core development?
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45 sats \ 1 reply \ @jonatack OP 25 Nov 2022
Maybe that it doesn't involve writing code so much as reading and reviewing/testing and also mentoring/education. That what is most lacking (and perhaps needs to be incentivized more/better) is experienced and constructive review.
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41 sats \ 0 replies \ @jonatack OP 25 Nov 2022
Also, the maxim "don't trust, verify" really does apply. Even the most popular, most-supported or long-established contributors can introduce bugs into Bitcoin Core. More eyes on the code -- more independent review and testing -- is needed. This is the true, key role.
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