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Expected Outcome and Deliverables
Theoretical Framework for Formal Verification:
- Develop a comprehensive theoretical framework detailing the application of formal verification techniques to Hyperledger Fabric chaincode.
- Define formal models, semantics, and properties tailored for specifying and verifying the correctness and security properties of chaincode within the Hyperledger Fabric framework.
Novel Formal Verification Methods:
- Propose novel formal verification methods, including innovative approaches to model checking, theorem proving, and symbolic execution, specifically designed for Hyperledger Fabric chaincode.
- Provide detailed descriptions and theoretical proofs of correctness for the proposed verification methods, demonstrating their applicability to real-world chaincode implementations.
Validation and Evaluation of Techniques:
- Conduct thorough validation and evaluation of the proposed formal verification techniques using a diverse set of chaincode implementations and scenarios.
- Evaluate the effectiveness, scalability, and limitations of the formal verification methods in identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities, correctness issues, and other potential risks within Hyperledger Fabric chaincode.
Guidelines and Recommendations:
- Provide practical guidelines, best practices, and recommendations for applying formal verification techniques to Hyperledger Fabric chaincode development.
- Offer insights into the integration of formal verification into the development lifecycle of Hyperledger Fabric-based applications, including tooling support and workflow considerations.
Research Contributions and Publications:
- Publish research findings, methodologies, and insights in reputable academic conferences and journals within the fields of blockchain technology, formal methods, and distributed systems.
- Contribute to the academic discourse and knowledge base surrounding formal verification techniques for blockchain smart contracts, particularly within the Hyperledger Fabric ecosystem.
Relation to Hyperledger and Impact on the community
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Proficiency in Formal Methods and Formal Verification Techniques:
- Strong understanding of formal methods, including formal specification languages, logic, and mathematical reasoning.
- Proficiency in formal verification techniques such as model checking, theorem proving, and symbolic execution.
- Experience with formal verification tools and frameworks commonly used in software verification, such as TLA+, Alloy, or Coq.
Software Development and Programming Languages:
- Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in Hyperledger Fabric development, such as GoLang and JavaScript.
- Experience with software development practices, including version control systems (e.g., Git), testing frameworks, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Familiarity with smart contract development paradigms and tools, including Hyperledger Fabric's Chaincode development environment and SDKs.
Understanding of Hyperledger Fabric Architecture:
- In-depth knowledge of the architecture and components of Hyperledger Fabric, including its modular design, peer nodes, ordering service, and consensus mechanisms.
- Understanding of Hyperledger Fabric's transaction lifecycle, including endorsement, ordering, validation, and commitment phases.
Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify potential vulnerabilities, edge cases, and security concerns within smart contracts and consensus protocols.
- Ability to critically evaluate complex systems, identify potential risks, and propose effective solutions.
- Experience with debugging and troubleshooting complex software systems, including understanding and interpreting log files and debugging output.
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- Founder and Lead Researcher - நம்Chain® Open Initiative Research Lab, Coimbatore.
- Assistant Professor (Senior Grade), TIFAC-CORE in Cyber Security, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore.
- Faculty Advisor - Blockchain-Research Interest Group (B-RIG), Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore and HIC Student Society Chapter Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham.
GitHub Reference
This project proposal is based on my ongoing Research on Formal Specification and Verification of Smart Contracts.
Refer this Repository - Formal Methods Blockchain