How Lens Network is leveraging ZKsync's tech to achieve mainstream scale
Quick Take
- Stani Kulechov explains how the upcoming Lens Network uses a modular architectural designed specifically for web3 social applications.
Episode 35 of Season 6 of The Scoop was recorded with The Block's Frank Chaparro and Avara Founder & CEO Stani Kulechov.
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Stani Kulechov is the founder and CEO of Avara — the software development company behind some of web3's biggest projects, including Aave and Lens.
In this episode, Kulechov gives an overview of the modular architecture underpinning the recently announced Lens Network and explains how a modular design is essential to helping Web3 social applications scale.
OUTLINE
00:00 Introduction
02:00 Onchain Media
03:40 Lens Scaling Research
07:17 Security Considerations
09:42 Lens Network Architecture
12:58 Tech Stack Considerations
18:42 Web3 Social App Developers
20:36 Lens Network Migration
22:52 Developments in Web3 Social
26:36 Web2 vs. Web3
29:15 Closing Thoughts
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