What is Polygon Edge?

Frietor Chain is scaffolded using Polygon Edge. This page is a brief introduction to Polygon Edge.

Polygon Edge was established with the aim of delivering a robust Software Development Kit (SDK) for blockchains, grounded in Polygon's foundational vision for Ethereum. This vision sought to transform Ethereum into a multi-chain system by introducing a structured framework for its diversified expansion.

Despite its role in empowering critical infrastructure, the original SDK lacked essential support and pre-built services necessary for overcoming challenges in blockchain infrastructure deployment, management, and bootstrapping. It was at this juncture that the Supernets vision was conceived to elevate Edge by developing a product suite centered around the Edge client, while incorporating enterprise-grade features such as cross-chain interoperability, access control, and extensive customizability.

Now, the innovations from ZK and PoS-based mechanisms are integrated into a comprehensive chain development kit, known as the Polygon CDK.

In Summary :

• Polygon Edge: Originated as an SDK designed for initiating sidechains, it facilitated the development of Ethereum-compatible blockchain networks and functioned as a Layer 3 development kit. The original Edge progressed until the 0.6.x versions, stopping at v0.6.3.
• Polygon Supernets: Representing the evolved form of Edge, it resolves the complexities associated with infrastructure development and bootstrapping for app-chains. It aimed to provide enhanced interoperability, customization options, and also operates as a Layer 3 development kit. Supernets was introduced in v0.7.0; the latest version is v1.1.0.
• Polygon CDK: The most refined and sophisticated version, focusing on Layer 2 solutions, exemplifies modularity and customization. It leverages the innovative ZK protocol primitives from Polygon 2.0, allowing developers to craft chains specifically aligned with their unique requirements. The CDK currently priortizes the validium offering, which is based on Polygon zkEVM.

Edge provides infrastructure for application-specific chains that operate with PolyBFT consensus. It leverages a native bridge to connect with an associated rootchain, enabling Edge-powered chains to inherit its security and capabilities. Additionally, Edge extend the block space available on the rootchain, providing scalability and interoperability for decentralized applications. With on-chain governance mechanisms, Edge empower communities to make decisions and upgrade the network in a transparent and compliant manner.

More Information

• For More Information about Polygon Edge, please visit Polygon Edge repository on Github.
• For More Information about Polygon CDK, please visit Polygon CDK Documentation.
• For More Information about Polygon, please visit Polygon's Website