A curated list of awesome resources related to the Optimism ecosystem
- Official Resources
- Analytics
- Blockchain Explorers
- Clients
- OP Stack
- Tutorials
- Videos
- Articles
- Development Tools
- Projects
- Grants
- Community Resources
Official resources for Optimism:
- Official website - The go-to place for all things related to Optimism.
- OP Mainnet Documentation - Developer Documentation.
- OP Stack Documentation - Documentation for OP Stack.
- OP Mainnet Status - Status updates for Optimism Mainnet + Goerli.
- GitHub - Open source code from Optimism Labs (includes op-geth, relayer, tutorials, analytics, and more).
- Optimism Foundation Twitter - Official account of the Optimism Foundation.
- Optimism Governance Twitter - The official Optimism Governance account.
- OP Labs Twitter - The official OP Labs account.
- Governance Forum - Governance Proposals and Grants Proposals.
- Optimism Collective Mirror - Articles by the Optimism Collective.
- OP Labs Blog - Blog for more technical and engineering-focused content.
- Optimism Discord - Announcements, general discussion, and support.
- Reddit - Optimism Collective forum and threads.
- OP Analytics - Onchain Data, Utilities, References, and other Analytics on Optimism Mainnet.
- Optimism Developer Metrics Sploring - Tracks developer activity on Optimism (including OP Mainnet and Base - Sourced other OP Chains from Goldsky: Zora, PGN, etc), using onchain deployers as a proxy.
- Optimism Overview Dashboard - General OP Mainnet dashboard.
- Optimism Delegates Dashboard - Real-time tracking of proposals and participation statistics for the Optimism Collective.
- Rollup Economics - Breaks down the on-chain revenues (txn fees), costs (posting data to L1), and raw materials (L1 calldata, usage metrics, etc.) of rollups.
- L2BEAT - Comparison of current state of various L2s.
- OP Governance Analytics Dashboard - Tracks key governance metrics including participation, voter behavior, and power structures.
- Open Source Observer - Measure the impact of open source contributions
- OP Mainnet Explorer - OP Mainnet block explorer with other useful block utilities.
- Blockscout - Open-source Block Explorer.
- 3xpl - Ad-free block explorer.
- jiffyscan - A block explorer and analytics platform for Account Abstraction using EIP-4337.
- Superscan - The Superchain Ecosystem Explorer.
- Blocscan - Blockchain explorer to navigate shard blob transactions.
- beaconcha.in - Open Source Ethereum Explorer.
- OP-Geth - Official Golang implementation of the execution layer by OP Labs.
- OP-Erigon - A fork of the L1 execution client Erigon (golang alternative).
- Magi - Rollup consensus-layer client written in Rust by a16z.
- OP-Reth - Reth execution client for post-bedrock upgrade (rust alternative).
- Hildr - OP Stack rollup client written in Java 21 with GraalVM native.
- OP Mainnet - EVM-equivalent Optimistic Rollup chain.
- Aevo - The canonical chain for Aevo Exchange, a decentralized options exchange.
- Base - Coinbase's Layer 2 network offering scalability and faster transactions.
- Kroma - Universal ZK Rollup based on the Optimism Bedrock architecture.
- Zora Network - Layer 2 integration with Zora NFT trading market, attracting artists and collectors.
- Mode Network - Network built on OP Stack with contract revenue sharing incentives at the protocol layer.
- Redstone - Gaming focused L2.
- Ancient8 - Gaming-focused community-driven Ethereum layer 2.
- Celo - A Layer 1 migrating to an OP Stack-based Ethereum Layer 2. Includes data availability layer powered by EigenLayer.
- Kinto - KYC DeFi network focused on safe and insured decentralized financial services.
- OPCraft - On-chain virtual world games with high throughput and faster block generation.
- Molten - Molten Network is an upcoming scaling solution by Unidex team.
- Worldcoin - Migration of World App wallet to OP mainnet and partnership with Optimism Collective.
- Keystone - Full-chain game engine for enhanced gaming experience on the OP Stack.
- Loot Chain - A dedicated layer 2 blockchain for the Loot community. Uses Polygon for data availability layer.
- Lyra Finance - Options protocol launching V2 with "Lyra Chain" on OP Stack for high-throughput, low-latency, and low-cost transactions.
- Debank Chain - Layer 2 Blockchain for Social Engagement.
- Mina - Adding ZK proofs to Optimism's fault proof stack to create ZK-Optimistic hybrid rollups.
- StealthChain - Decentralized, Ethereum-equivalent OP Stack Rollup.
- Synpase - Natively interchain rollup, able to communicate other supported chains by the Synapse Interchain Network.
- Swan - Open marketplace for cloud resources.
- Lisk - Built using Gelato with a focus on RWA and DePIN.
- BOB - BOB ("Build on Bitcoin") is an OP Stack rollup that natively supports the Bitcoin stack.
- Metal - Metal L2 is an upcoming scaling solution by Metallicus.
- Mint - Mint Blockchain is a Layer 2 network for NFTs.
- Zentachain - Zentachain is a privacy-focused IoT blockchain networking project.
- RSS3 Value SubLayer - The RSS3 Value Sublayer is an Ethereum Layer2 built with OP Stack and Celestia DA, handling the value and ownership of AI and Open Information.
- Fraxtal - Modular L2 blockchain built by Frax.
- W3Gamez - Layer-2 Gaming Blockchain.
- Syndicate Frame Chain - OP Stack L3 on Base with Celestia underneath unlocking high throughput and extremely low gas costs for Frame developers.
- Stack - Stack Chain is a blockchain for bringing points onchain, allowing brands to create and own their loyalty programs.
- Simple Optimism Node - Learn to run an Optimism node.
- Deploy a basic contract - Basics of OP Mainnet development.
- Building your project - Tutorials put together by the Optimism community.
- Developer Videos - Collection of developer videos.
- Getting Started with Optimism - (Sep '22) - Provides a quick introduction on developing applications on Optimism.
- Introduction to architecture - (Sep '22) - Introduction to the technical design of Optimism.
- Modular OP Stack - (Sep '22) - Describes the modular design of the OP Stack and how it enables third-party innovation on Optimism.
- Modular Sequencing - (Sep '22) - Discusses the implementation of modular sequencing in the Optimism Bedrock architecture.
- Pluggable data availability - (Sep '22) - Discusses how the OP Stack achieves pluggable data availability through a modular design allowing different protocols to provide state availability using their own techniques.
- Modular Rollup Theory Through the Lens of the OP Stack - (Oct '22) - Explores the theory of modular rollups through the lens of the OP Stack's architecture, focusing on how its modular and extensible design enables innovation.
- How Rollups actually work - (Mar '23) - Provides an approachable explanation of how rollups work at a technical level, comparing optimistic and zkRollup approaches.
- Scaling Ethereum for Global Adoption with L2 Panel - (Mar '23) - Discusses the progress and future of layer 2 scalability for Ethereum, focusing on how rollups enable global mainstream adoption of web3 applications.
- Doing Decentralized Identity Right with Kelvin Fichter - (Mar '23) - Discusses the approach to building decentralized identity solutions using self-sovereign techniques that empower individuals to own and control their personal data.
- (Almost) Everything you need to know about Optimistic Rollup - (Jan '21) - Builds up the design for optimistic rollups from first principles, addressing various perceived issues as they arise.
- Cannon Fault Proof System - (Mar '22) - Explanation of the Cannon fault proof system.
- Optimism Bedrock vs Arbitrum Nitro - (Oct '22) - Breakdown of the differences between Optimism Bedrock and Arbitrum Nitro.
- Research Note - (Mar '23) - An overview of Optimism's technology, governance, token, roadmap, team, funding, and ecosystem by Woodstock Fund.
- Superchain and the Rise of Rollups - (Apr '23) - Messari's report on Optimism's Superchain and business model for rollups.
- The Rollup Multiverse - (May '23) - Understanding the distinction between rollups and bridge mechanisms, with a focus on Optimism as an example.
- Maximizing fault proof modularity with a composable pre-image oracle - (Aug '23) - Explores the modular design of the OP Stack's Fault Proof System, featuring a deep dive into the system's pre-image oracle.
- The Endgame for Decentralization in the OP Ecosystem is Stage 2 - (Dec '23) - Discusses OP Labs' approach to Stage 2 decentralization for the Optimism ecosystem through a trustless fault proof system, multiple proving mechanisms, and a security council.
- Cannon - Smart contract deployment tool and package manager.
- Covalent - Blockchain data indexing.
- Foundry - Toolkit for Ethereum application development written in Rust.
- Hardhat - A development environment and framework for building Ethereum smart contracts and dApps.
- Tenderly - All-in-one development platform.
- Wagmi - A collection of React hooks for Ethereum applications to build and fetch functionality from open-source functions.
- Remix - A no-setup tool with a GUI for developing smart contracts.
- Rainbow Kit - React library that makes it easy to add wallet connection to your dapp.
- Sourcify - Open-source Solidity contract source code verification service.
- The Graph - The Graph organizes and makes usable web3 data for dapps via GraphQL.
- TypeChain - TypeScript bindings for Ethereum smart contracts.
- AltLayer - Decentralized protocol for developers to launch highly elastic application-tailored rollups.
- Conduit - One-click Optimistic Rollup deployment solution.
- roll-op - Permissionless and open-source rollup deployment.
- indexed.xyz - Open, decoded, and CC0-licensed Optimism Superchain datasets.
- Gelato - Enterprise-grade OP Stack Rollup infrastructure.
- BEAM Wallet - Wallet built on OPStack and account abstraction.
- Frame - A privacy-focused Ethereum wallet for Web3
- OptiNames - ENS Subdomain on Optimism L2.
- Wildcards Protocol - Linking ENS domains to Optimism NFT collections.
- Chaintrap Builders - Bringing a simple dungeon game to Optimism.
- Another World - P2E open world for NFT IPs and adventures.
- Let's get HAI - Multi-collateral floating-peg stablecoin native to Optimism.
- Kwenta - Decentralized derivatives trading platform offering real-world and on-chain synthetic assets.
- DeFiEdge - Asset management protocol that extends the capabilities of UniswapV3.
- Ethos Reserve - Decentralized lending protocol that allows users to take out interest-free loans against collateral such as BTC and ETH.
- Extra Finance - Community-driven lending & leveraged yield farming protocol.
- Velodrome - AMM based on Solidity.
- Exactly - Lending protocol providing an autonomous fixed and variable interest rate market.
- Polynominal - Decentralised derivative trading exchange powered by the Synthetix protocol.
- Pika - A perpetual Swap Exchange.
- Sonne Finance - Decentralized lending protocol.
- Synthetix - Derivatives liquidity protocol providing the backbone for derivatives trading in DeFi.
- Lyra - Decentralized options protocol.
- Odos - DeFi Aggregator with multi-input and multi-output swaps.
- Aperture - Concentrated liquidity DEX with native LP automation features.
- Bungee - Bridge aggregator by Socket.
- Stargate - A Composable Omnichain Native Asset Bridge.
- Hop - Scalable rollup-to-rollup general token bridge.
- Jumper - Multi-chain liquidity aggregator powered by LI.FI
- opencover - Insurance aggregator that protects against onchain risks.
- Thales - Allows the creation of peer-to-peer parimutuel markets that anyone can join.
- Octav - Free & editable Web3 data analytics platform.
- Rotki - Open source portfolio tracker, accounting, and analytics tool that protects your privacy.
- Karma - Integrated DAO toolkit to measure contributions and enhance Governance.
- DAOstar - DAO Onboarding & Attestation List.
- Attestation Station - Build schemas, query, and submit attestations.
- Clique - Identity oracles connecting web2 and web3.
- Farcaster - A protocol for decentralized social apps.
- Nested - Decentralized copy trading platform.
- Mirror - The home for web3 publishing.
- Giveth - Zero-fee crypto donation platform that rewards donors to verified public goods projects.
- Endaoment - 501(c)(3) nonprofit community foundation built entirely onchain.
- Geo Web - The Geo Web is a public geospatial information network designed for the spatial computing era.
- Umbra - Protocol for sending stealth payments.
- Aerodrome - A central trading and liquidity marketplace on Base.
- Avantis - Oracle-based synthetic derivatives protocol with up to 100x leverage.
- Overnight Finance - Asset management protocol offering passive yield products based on delta-neutral strategies.
- IntentX - Perpetuals platform based on intent technology
- Parallel - Sci-Fi Card Game with NFTs.
- frenpet - Grow and battle fren pets with frens.
- EthXY - Base Pixel MMORPG with PvP combat mechanics.
- friend.tech - The marketplace for your friends.
- SongTech - Market for songs.
- BasePaint - Collaborative pixel art where the artist can earn rewards from mints.
- Gitcoin - Empowering communities to fund, build, & protect what matters.
- mint.fun - Spots freshly minted tokens and present all known minting options to you.
- Holograph - Omnichain NFT infrastructure.
- Kim Exchange - Native DEX for the Mode Network with staking modules to incentivize LPs.
- Ionic - Non-custodial money market protocol.
- Mode Name Service - .mode domain by SpaceID.
- Optimism Grants Council - Grants Landing Page for Season 4.
- Optimism Grants Changelog - Latest updates and changes to the grant programs of the Optimism Collective.
- Agora - Token house and Citizen house governance app and contract
- RetroPGF - Official Site for RetroPGF.
- RetroPGF Hub - Platform to nominate and discover RetroPGF projects.
- Retrolist - RetroPGF Rubric-based List Creation UI opening to public crowdsourcing.
- Growthpie - RetroPGF 3 Tracker.
- Pairwise - Simplifying the voting RetroPGF experience
- The Optimistic Standard - Monthly recap on Optimism.
- The 🔵Optimist Newsletter - Bi-weekly updates on Optimism.
- The OP Superchain Roundup - Weekly updates and developments on the OP Superchain Ecosystem.
- The Delegate Corner - A podcast spotlighting delegates from Optimism's DAO.
- The RetroPGF Podcast - A podcast dedicated to telling the stories of recipients of Optimism's RetroPGF funding and talking about all things RetroPGF.
- Web3xplorer - Go-to platform for all things Optimism and Web3.
- Optimism Vision Reservoir - Collection of resources centered on Optimism's values and vision.
- ETHDaily - News Roundup on Optimism.
- The Optimistic Academy - Video courses to learn about Optimism.
- The Optimism Guide - Everything from micro lessons to a glossary to a collection of external and official resources.
- OP Radio - OP Radio is a podcast on anything and everything related to Optimism.
- Optimism Resource Center - Resources related to the governance system of the Optimism Collective.
- Superchain Eco - Platform for OP Stack and Superchain information, updates, and insights
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