Composability Unpacked: Synchronous vs. Asynchronous and Why It Matters

Composable: Exploring Crypto’s Building Blocks (an Espresso Pod)

In the debut episode of Composable, hosts Alysia and Ellie begin with a foundational discussion about composability and its role in shaping Ethereum’s future. In it, they break down:

• The difference between synchronous (transactions completed within one block) and asynchronous composability (transactions completed across multiple blocks).
• UX pain points caused by fragmentation, like "dust" left on chains after cross-chain transactions.
• The value of synchronous composability for creating seamless user experiences and enabling new financial products like flash loans.
• The challenges of achieving synchronous composability across different chains, and the need for coordination and trustless confirmation layers.
• Composability in terms of ACID properties (atomicity, isolation, consistency, durability)
• Trade-offs between synchronous and asynchronous systems, including infrastructure complexity and trust assumptions.

Plus, they explore current solutions like bridges, intent-based bridging, and message-passing while discussing what’s needed to make Ethereum composable again.

Don’t miss this foundational discussion about composability and the future of Ethereum. Tune in, share your thoughts, and join us in reimagining Web3’s interconnected potential.
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Composable is an Espresso Pod, a production of Espresso Systems. All opinions expressed by Composable’s hosts and podcast guests are solely their own views. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as investment, legal, or technical advice.