In this blog, we’ll walk you through the steps necessary to release the Loopring smart contracts and the Loopring smart-wallet implementation, known as hebao. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just starting with blockchain technology, this guide will help you seamlessly create your releases.

Understanding the Components

The Loopring repository includes several smart contracts and components that work together to facilitate decentralized trading. Specifically, we focus on:

• Loopring Protocol (loopring_v3): The core of the Loopring framework that supports trading and payment functionalities.
• Smart-wallet implementation (hebao_v1): A wallet that allows users to manage their assets efficiently.
• Open-Ended Dutch Auction Exchange (Oedax): Note that this protocol is discontinued.

How to Release a New Version

Now that we have a basic understanding, let’s dive into the steps to release a new version of either the Loopring protocol or the hebao implementation.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Create a new branch for your release:

   git checkout -b release_loopring_x.x.x

   git checkout -b release_hebao_x.x.x

   Note: Branch names should be in lowercase.

2. Once your branch is ready and you’ve made your changes, create a release tag:

   git tag loopring_x.x.x

   git tag hebao_x.x.x

3. When creating the release on your version control system, make sure:
   • Do NOT check the “This is a pre-release” option.
   • Write detailed notes about what’s new in this release. The better the notes, the easier it is for others to understand the changes!

Understanding Branching and Tagging: An Analogy

Think of the process of branching and tagging in software development like growing a garden.

• Your main branch represents the garden bed where your plants grow robustly. It’s the stable version of your project.
• When creating a new branch for a release, you’re planting a new seed (a unique version) in a separate pot (branch), where you can grow and nurture specific changes without affecting the main garden.
• When the plant is ready (the changes are stable), you tag it when it blooms, signaling that it’s time for others to enjoy (releasing the version). This ensures that everyone knows which version is the best-looking flower in your garden (the stable release).

Troubleshooting

If you run into issues during your release process, here are some troubleshooting ideas:

• Ensure that your branch name is lowercase.
• Double-check that you did not select the pre-release option when tagging.
• If you mistakenly created a tag or branch, remember they are protected; you’ll need to correctly push your changes to avoid confusion.
• Revisit your change notes; being detailed can often highlight overlooked issues.

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Final Thoughts

Releasing new versions of your software is crucial for its growth and stability. At fxis.ai, we believe that such advancements are crucial for the future of AI, as they enable more comprehensive and effective solutions. Our team is continually exploring new methodologies to push the envelope in artificial intelligence, ensuring that our clients benefit from the latest technological innovations.