Ethereum core developer Tim Beiko reveals that all preparations for the Ethereum Merge are now completed as per the Readiness Checklist. The Merge Mainnet Readiness Checklist allows developers to complete tasks including software implementation, testing, document release, and research and development among others.
In fact, the completion of the Merge Mainnet Readiness Checklist brings the Merge one step closer to the anticipated date, September 15.
Ethereum Now Ready for the Merge
Ethereum core developer Tim Beiko, in a tweet on August 18, confirms the successful completion of the Merge Mainnet Readiness Checklist. With the completion of the checklist, the Ethereum Mainnet is now ready to merge with the Beacon Chain. A successful Merge will shift Ethereum (ETH) from proof-of-work (PoW) to a proof-of-stake (PoS) consensus.
The Merge Mainnet Readiness Checklist is a document outlining various tasks for Ethereum developers to “make the Merge ready for the Mainnet release.” The readiness checklist is divided into Specification, Testing, Testnets, and R&D.
Furthermore, it includes implementing software and upgrades for the consensus and execution layer, authenticating Engine API, and releasing public documents. Moreover, testing frameworks and modules on the consensus and execution layer, forking public testnets such as Ropsten, Sepolia, and Goerli.
