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Dev Tools
A comprehensive collection of resources, utilities, and development frameworks for building on the Stellar Network.
Smart Contracts
Complete tools and documentation for creating, testing, and deploying smart contracts on the Stellar Network.
Dev Docs
Detailed technical documentation including API references, SDK implementations, and comprehensive CLI guides.
Validators
Introduction to validators - learn about Stellar Core validator nodes, setup procedures, operations, and maintenance tasks.
Stellar Lab
A comprehensive testing environment for experimenting with Stellar features and network capabilities.
Video Tutorials
Detailed step-by-step visual guides covering fundamental to advanced Stellar concepts and implementations.
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Consensus Protocol
Deep dive into the consensus mechanism that ensures network security and efficiency.
Dev Blog
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• Lindsay Poss
SDF Partners with OpenZeppelin to Enhance Stellar Smart Contract Development
The Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) is thrilled to announce a two-year partnership with OpenZeppelin, a leader in blockchain security and smart…
Article
• Stellar Development Foundation
2024 Year in Review
With 2024 in the rearview mirror, we at the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) are reflecting on what was another exciting and innovative year for…
Article
• Anke Liu
Introducing Stellar Community Fund v6.0
The Stellar Community Fund enters its sixth iteration with a renewed focus on strategic ecosystem growth. Leveraging Stellar's new smart contract…