2024 Recap: Transforming Developer Experience on ZKsync

In 2024, ZKsync focused on enhancing the developer experience by introducing a suite of new tools, integrations, and resources. The goal was to make building on ZKsync easier, faster, and more enjoyable. Significant improvements were made in tooling, documentation, and third-party integrations, making the platform more accessible and efficient for developers.

Key Ideas

Unified Hardhat Plugin and Enhanced Foundry Support: ZKsync introduced a unified Hardhat plugin that simplifies the development process by combining all ZKsync-specific features into a single installation. Additionally, enhanced support for Foundry, including EraVM integration and the Foundry Book for ZKsync, provides developers with robust tools for smart contract development and testing.
Third-Party Integrations and Documentation: ZKsync has integrated with popular tools and services such as Etherscan, Chainlink, Alchemy, and Thirdweb, making it easier for developers to build and scale dApps. The platform also revamped its documentation and support resources, including redesigned docs, a developer discussions portal, and new educational content like Cyfrin Updraft Courses and Community Code tutorials.