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00:00blockchain smart contracts can be complex but simplicity now live on the liquid network changes that design for ease and power simplicity makes writing reading and running smart contracts intuitive and secure if you know rust you're
00:14already close to mastering it if not its clean syntax welcomes newcomers from secure vaults to fun apps like satosh it is simplicity is redefining smart contract development on bitcoin's ecosystem let's dive into what makes simplicity unique and why it's a game changer for liquid ready to start
00:35checkout simplicitylang.org and build today simplicity is a smart contract language built for bitcoin-based networks like liquid unlike ethereum's complex solidity or bitcoin's limited scripting simplicity offers a balance of functionality and
00:51security through a minimalist type-safe design created by blockstream it uses two layers simplicity a low-level language for full nodes optimized for formal verification to ensure flawless execution
01:05simplicitil a high-level rust-like front-end that simplifies coding for developers this
01:11approach lets developers write expressive simplicitil code while nodes execute secure simplicity instructions as the document notes developers write simplicitil full nodes execute simplicity streamlining development and boosting reliability simplicity stands out for being easy to write read and run here's why these matter
01:32simplicitils rust inspired syntax is intuitive for rust developers and approachable for others its clear constructs for conditions and cryptography remove the steep learning curve of other blockchain languages letting you focus on logic
01:46this speeds up prototyping and deployment whether building a payment rule or a complex vault transparent code is vital for trust simplicitil produces clean modular scripts that are easy to understand unlike bitcoin's cryptic scripts or solidity's bug-prone complexity
02:01covenants and conditions are clear aiding developers and auditors in verifying intent and reducing errors nodes need efficient execution simplicity's low-level language compiles simplicitil into compact verifiable code minimizing node
02:18workload on liquid developers write in simplicitil and the network handles execution seamlessly enhancing performance and security through formal verification
02:28simplicity thrives on the liquid network simplicitil thrives on the liquid network a bitcoin sidechain designed for speed and privacy
02:35liquid's features confidential transactions fast confirmations and asset issuance complement simplicitil's capabilities enabling secure innovative contracts
02:45unlike bitcoin's restrictive main chain liquid offers flexibility while maintaining trustlessness making it perfect for simplicity's smart contracts what can you build
02:56simplicity simplicity supports diverse applications as highlighted in the document
03:01let's explore the key use cases and more one covenants covenants control how bitcoin is spent even after transfer simplicity makes them flexible enabling vaults secure
03:13storage with conditions like multi signatures or time locks for example delaying access for 24 hours escrow holding funds until conditions like delivery are met
03:24inheritance inheritance rules for passing funds to heirs such as identity checks simplicitil's clear syntax simplifies covenant creation and auditing
03:34two advanced cryptograph a sim of ballistian locks powerful cryptographic tools schnorr signatures efficient privacy friendly signatures for multi-sig
03:44zero knowledge proofs proving properties without revealing data for example verifying solvency threshold signatures requiring a subset of signers like two of three these enhance privacy and efficiency ideal for confidential contracts on liquid
03:59three setoshitas and creative app simplicity is also fun recreating setoshitas a bitcoin dice game is straightforward with simplicitil's clear logic
04:11other creative projects include lotteries transparent prize distributions tokens digital assets like collectibles on liquid
04:17collectibles on liquid bets payments tied to events like game outcomes these showcase simplicities accessibility encouraging experimentation for emerging application
04:29sisiplicity supports innovative use cases diffy lending or exchanges using bitcoin collateral
04:35supply chain payments upon verified delivery identity self-sovereign systems with selective disclosure its flexibility ensures adaptability to new ideas
04:45technical foundation simposilicity strength lies in its design as andrew polstra states
04:51simplicity's strength comes from deep foundational principles in type theory
04:55let's break it down type theory and verification simpilicity uses type theory to ensure correctness reducing bugs its low-level language supports formal verification
05:06mathematically proving contract behavior this is critical for high value
05:11contracts unlike solidity's reliance on audits
05:17simplicitil simplified codding simplicity elabstracks complexity with rust-like syntax compiling to verifiable simplicity code
05:25it balances expressiveness and security allowing formal reasoning when needed as polstra notes
05:31minimal is simplicity lean design minimizes vulnerabilities and complexity ensuring efficient predictable contracts getting started the simplicity
05:39ide available at simplicity lang.org
05:45makes development accessible
05:47it offers
05:48syntax highlighting
05:49improves readability
05:50error feedback
05:51catches mistakes early
05:52simulation
05:53tests contracts in a sandbox
05:55tutorials and examples
05:57guide rust experts and beginners alike
05:59and beginners alike
06:00letting you experiment with covenants cryptography
06:03or setoshidis
06:05simplicity vs solidita solidity's flexibility invites bugs
06:09while simplicity prioritizes safety and verification ideal for bitcoin's security focus
06:15solidity suits general blockchains
06:17simplicity excels on liquid bitcoin
06:21script is secure but limited
06:23simplicity adds covenants and cryptography while staying verifiable
06:27expanding possibilities
06:29liquid's privacy and speed out
06:31chain other sidechains like resk
06:33which use ethereum's complex model
06:35simplicity and liquid create a streamlined platform
