A reads-optimized Solana validator
Introducing Sig by Syndica, an RPS-focused Solana validator client written in Zig.
Sig Validator
Helping build the future of Solana with Sig
Dive into Syndica's validator implementation written in Zig.
We’re building a brand new validator to help increase the diversity in the Solana ecosystem.
- Performance → RPS (Reads-Per-Second)
- Client Diversity → Fault Tolerance
- Readability → Contribution
Sig’s Roadmap
The path forward
Our roadmap for building Sig breaks down the validator into discrete components.
Our Philosophy:
- Enhance RPS performance to streamline system responsiveness, ensuring faster interactions and smoother user experiences.
- Bolster Solana's fault tolerance to maintain uninterrupted operations, fortifying the chain's reliability.
- Maintain a straightforward and readable codebase to attract a diverse pool of contributors, encouraging innovation and growth.
Read the source code
Open-source for collaboration, and innovation.
Sig will offer the first simple-to-read implementation of the Solana validator client, which will allow others to build upon it and contribute back to the community.
github.com/Syndica/sig
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Read our detailed updates
We regularly write about our progress, check out our latest blog post below.
A purpose built validator
96% of All Calls Made to a Node Are Reads
Solana slot lag is often the result of these heavy read calls.
Looking at public and private RPC providers in a 90 day study, Solana nodes fell behind frequently compared to Ethereum nodes. The darker dashed lines represent severe slot lag, peaking at 50 slots or more.
Building for scale
The importance of fast, reliable reads increases as the digital world grows.
As blockchains scale and more of the digital world is stored on-chain, reads will place a disproportionately larger demands on L1s.
Transactions per Second (TPS)
Sig improves TPS by addressing bottlenecks. Slow reads cause bottlenecks on mainnet every day. Faster reads enable TPS to accelerate during heavy load.Reads per Second (RPS)
Sig emphasizes maximizing RPS with low-latency and high-throughput RPC methods for fast interactions and smooth user experience
Client Diversity
Fault tolerance is critical for security and uptime
A diverse set of validator clients reduces the risk of systemic failures due to bugs or vulnerabilities existing in a single client, bolstering Solana’s fault tolerance.
Protocol Accessibility
Open source software requires a broad set of contributors
Written with a focus on readability and simplicity, Sig aims to push forward a modular and contributor-friendly implementation of the protocol to grow the core developer ecosystem.
Building with Zig
Zig is simple, robust, and optimal for reusable software.
- Easy to read and understand
- Simple syntax, no macros
- No hidden control flow
- Easy high performance code
- Manual memory management
- No hidden memory allocations
Discover Zig
Zig is a general-purpose programming language and toolchain for maintaining robust, optimal and reusable software.
Giving back to the Solana Community
We are strongest when we all contribute
Check out the latest videos from the Sig team at Breakpoint, and learn more about how we are building the next generation of Solana validator clients.
Interested Candidates
Join the Team Building Sig
If you are a talented engineer who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, and you''s ecosystem, we would love to hear from you.