Forking
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My today's topic to discuss and to talk is all about forking,its types, behind history and some associated challenges and many more other things.
Forking in blockchain and software development as process of creation of a new version of a software or blockchain by making copies of codebase or blockchain that are existing and making some modifications to it. It can result in another blockchain or software which may diverges from original one.
Types of Forking
Hard Fork
This is a permanent divergence from blockchain protocol that is already existing and it may results in creation of a new blockchain.
Soft Fork
This is a temporary change in blockchain protocol which is compatible backward with blockchain which is existing.
Code Fork
Creation of a new version of software by making a copy of codebase which is existing and by making modifications to it.
Reasons for Forking
Improving security
Forking can permit for implementing new safety measures or patches.
Adding new features
Forking could be used for enabling addition of new functions or additional features.
Correcting errors
Forking could permit for correction of errors or other vulnerabilities in original code.
Creating a new cryptocurrency
Forking may be used for creation of a new cryptocurrency by making some modifications in blockchain protocol which is already existing.
Process of Forking
Copying the codebase
You can create copy of codebase or blockchain which is existing.
Making changes
You can make modifications of copied codebase or blockchain for implementation of desired modifications.
Testing
You can test other codebase or blockchain for ensuring that it operates as it is intended.
Deployment
Deployment of new codebase or blockchain which can be done by launching new network and could also be by implementation of some modifications at existing network.
Challenges and Considerations
Community consensus
Forking could be very challenging and controversial that may need community consensus.
Compatibility issues
Forking could result in different compatibility issues with software or hardware which existing.
Security risks
Forking could introduce safety risks if not carried out in proper way.
Network effects
Forking may result in network effects in which value of new blockchain or software depends on size of user base.
Conclusion
Forking is a powerful tool for creation of any modification and innovation in blockchain and in development of software but it requires careful assumption and planning for ensuring a successful result. By having a know how of different kinds of forking, reasons for forking, and the process of forking, developers and users could make informed decisions related to when and how to fork.That was all about my topic.Hopefully you all understood it!
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