Research: EVM comparison #69
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| ## Introduction | ||
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| As a developer building an OP-Stack-based rollup, one of the critical decisions you'll need to make is selecting a suitable blockchain explorer. Blockchain explorers are like a pair of binoculars - providing transparency and insights into what is happening on the chain. They function as block explorer search engines to offer users an interface that provides them with detailed information on transactions, addresses, contracts and network statistics. The blockchain explorer can be used to verify the status of transactions, look at all things within each block and gets a better understanding of how the chain works. |
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Instead of They function as block explorer search engines to offer users an interface that provides them with detailed information on transactions, addresses, contracts and network statistics. we should say something like They function as blockchain search engines to offer users an interface that provides them with detailed information on transactions, addresses, contracts and network statistics.
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| As a developer building an OP-Stack-based rollup, one of the critical decisions you'll need to make is selecting a suitable blockchain explorer. Blockchain explorers are like a pair of binoculars - providing transparency and insights into what is happening on the chain. They function as block explorer search engines to offer users an interface that provides them with detailed information on transactions, addresses, contracts and network statistics. The blockchain explorer can be used to verify the status of transactions, look at all things within each block and gets a better understanding of how the chain works. | ||
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| Their vital function - at least where decentralization and transparency are concerned - is to ensure that blockchain technology works in a decentralized way. They enable you to monitor and audit blockchain activities in a real-time manner which is critical for developers, investors, researchers or everyday users. Developers mainly utilize blockchain explorer for debugging smart contract and verifying proper implementation. |
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The first sentence "Their vital function - at least where decentralization and transparency are concerned - is to ensure that blockchain technology works in a decentralized way." seems incorrect or out of context
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| Etherscan is not open-source, hence its code is not publicly available for anyone to inspect or modify. For developers, this lack of transparency can be a drawback because it limits the ability to customize the explorer to suit specific needs or integrate it more deeply with their own projects. | ||
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| - **Ethereum-Centric:** |
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I don't think this is a disadvantage. AFAIK Blockscout is also Ethereum-Centric only. I suggest removing this point.
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| Unlike many other explorers that are closed systems, Blockscout's [code](https://github.com/blockscout/blockscout) is publicly accessible. This means anyone can examine, modify, or improve its features, there by making available a collaborative environment for development. | ||
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| - **Multi-Chain Support:** |
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Etherscan can do exactly the same. Let's remove this point entirely
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| Users can tweak and adjust the explorer to meet their specific needs, implementing the interface and data display to their preferences. | ||
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| - **Detailed Information:** |
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Does Blockscout stand out when compared to Etherscan ? I don't think so... I suggest removing
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| - **Open-Source:** | ||
| Being open-source, developers have the freedom to audit, modify, and deploy their own versions of Blockscout. This flexibility is invaluable for creating custom solutions, ensuring security through code transparency, and fostering innovation within the developer community. | ||
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| - **Multi-Chain Support:** |
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Remove. See my comment above
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| **Cons** | ||
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| - **Feature Completeness:** |
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Can we have a concrete example of a feature that is lacking?
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| Blockscout may not have all the advanced features that some proprietary explorers offer. For developers, this means you might miss out on some specialized tools or integrations that are available in other platforms. However, the open-source nature allows you to add these features if needed. | ||
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| - **User Experience:** |
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Can we have an example or a reason why do we state this?
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| The interface of Blockscout might not be as polished or intuitive as that of Etherscan. This can make it a bit harder to use, especially for those new to blockchain exploration. Developers might need to invest extra time in familiarizing themselves with the UI or improving it for end-users. | ||
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| - **Community Support Variability:** |
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Do we have any evidence?
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| ## Comparative Analysis | ||
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| - **User Interface and Experience:** | ||
| Etherscan's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making it a breeze to find the information you need. Its design is intuitive, so even newcomers can navigate it without much hassle. On the flip side, Blockscout, while fully functional, doesn't have the same level of polish. You might need a bit more time to get used to its layout and find what you're looking for. |
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It would be good to have an example
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| - **User Interface and Experience:** | ||
| Etherscan's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making it a breeze to find the information you need. Its design is intuitive, so even newcomers can navigate it without much hassle. On the flip side, Blockscout, while fully functional, doesn't have the same level of polish. You might need a bit more time to get used to its layout and find what you're looking for. | ||
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| - **Data Availability and Accuracy:** |
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Again: we need an example.
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| - **Data Availability and Accuracy:** | ||
| Both Etherscan and Blockscout deliver detailed and accurate blockchain data. But because Etherscan has been around longer and focuses solely on Ethereum, it might have a slight edge in terms of data accuracy and reliability. Its established reputation adds an extra layer of trust for developers seeking precise blockchain information. | ||
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| - **APIs and Integrations:** |
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| Blockscout really stands out when it comes to customization and extensibility. Since it's open-source, you can modify it to match your exact requirements, adding new features or integrating it with other systems as needed. Etherscan, being a proprietary service, offers limited options for customization, which might be a drawback if you need a more tailored solution. | ||
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| - **Community and Support:** | ||
| Etherscan has the advantage of a professional support team and extensive documentation, which can be a big help if you run into issues. Blockscout relies more on community support, which has its pros and cons. The quality of support can vary, but the community-driven approach often leads to innovative solutions and continuous improvements from various contributors. |
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You keep stating blockscout only has community support? Is that true? Blockscout recently raised $3M seed round. I bet they also have a dedicated support. And by being a startup, their response rate might be better than Etherscan's
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The article is well-structured, but it is quite shallow, lacks depth, and appears to be generated by ChatGPT. There’s nothing wrong with using ChatGPT, but it also requires human input, particularly to verify the accuracy of the generic content generated by GPT. I’ve added comments for improvement directly in the text — in general, we need to include concrete examples and points to support our arguments. We need more work here to make it more professional |
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Am currently working on commented review will make a PR shortly |
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hello @mazurroman, i have implemented the requested changes and updated the document to look more professional. kindly review. |
In this PR i have implemented the following: