ift-ts:p2p:ift:2026q3-dst-testing-node-consulting

Review how DST testing nodes use nim-libp2p and help improve correctness, stability, and alignment with library best practices.

Description

DST testing nodes exercise nim-libp2p in scenarios that can reveal integration problems, incorrect assumptions, and missing operational guidance. P2P should review their current usage, identify risky patterns, and support changes that make the test nodes more stable and representative.

Task List

Usage Review

  • fully qualified name: ift-ts:p2p:ift:2026q3-dst-testing-node-consulting:usage-review
  • owner: not assigned yet
  • status: not started
  • start-date: 2026/07/01
  • end-date: 2026/07/15

Description

Review DST testing node setup, configuration, protocol usage, connection handling, shutdown behavior, logging, and dependency versions.

Deliverables

  • Review notes describing current nim-libp2p usage
  • List of incorrect, unstable, or outdated patterns
  • Prioritized recommendations for DST testing node improvements

Fixes And Guidance

  • fully qualified name: ift-ts:p2p:ift:2026q3-dst-testing-node-consulting:fixes-guidance
  • owner: not assigned yet
  • status: not started
  • start-date: 2026/07/15
  • end-date: 2026/09/30

Description

Help DST apply recommended changes and file or implement nim-libp2p fixes when test-node behavior exposes upstream issues.

Deliverables

  • PRs or guidance for DST testing node improvements
  • nim-libp2p issues or fixes for upstream defects found during review
  • Updated examples or documentation where DST usage reflects a broader best practice