Objective: Write a post-mortem report analyzing the performance of various L1 and L2 blockchains during the recent crypto crash and the AWS outage.

Deliverable: A well-researched report delivered via Google Doc, Substack, or any other blogging platform. The document must be publicly accessible via a link.

Content to include: Provide an unbiased analysis of how different L1 and L2 blockchains handled both the recent market crash and the AWS outage; Focus on technical performance metrics, such as transaction throughput, finality, uptime, and decentralization during these events; Highlight any specific vulnerabilities or resilience mechanisms that were exposed or demonstrated; Compare and contrast the performance across different ecosystems, drawing conclusions about their robustness; Cite all sources and data referenced.

<h2 class="heading-node">About Superteam</h2>Superteam is a community of builders passionate about the Solana ecosystem. We foster talent to build impactful products on Solana.<h2 class="heading-node">Mission</h2>Write a post-mortem report analyzing the performance of various L1 and L2 blockchains during the recent crypto crash and the AWS outage.<h2 class="heading-node">Scope Detail</h2><ul class="list-node"><li>Provide an unbiased analysis of how different L1 and L2 blockchains handled both the recent market crash and the AWS outage.</li><li>Focus on technical performance metrics, such as transaction throughput, finality, uptime, and decentralization during these events.</li><li>Highlight any specific vulnerabilities or resilience mechanisms that were exposed or demonstrated.</li><li>Compare and contrast the performance across different ecosystems, drawing conclusions about their robustness.</li></ul>Helpful starting point: <a class="link" href="https://x.com/solana/status/1980866986499535353">https://x.com/solana/status/1980866986499535353</a> <h2 class="heading-node">Submission Requirements</h2><ul class="list-node"><li>A well-researched report delivered via Google Doc, Substack, or any other blogging platform. The document must be publicly accessible via a link.</li><li>Comment the link to your report on <a class="link" href="https://x.com/rajgokal/status/1980375447830688186">Raj’s tweet</a> and submit the link to your X reply to the “Tweet Link” field on the Superteam Earn submission form.</li><li>Must be written in English.</li><li>Target length of 1000-2000 words.</li><li>Cite all sources and data referenced.</li><li>Include clear data visualizations (charts, graphs) where appropriate.</li></ul><h2 class="heading-node">Judging Criteria</h2><ul class="list-node"><li>Accuracy and Objectivity: The report must present a balanced and unbiased view, backed by verifiable data.</li><li>Depth of Analysis: Comprehensive examination of performance metrics during both events.</li><li>Clarity and Readability: The report should be easy to understand, well-structured, and articulate complex technical concepts simply.</li><li>Insightfulness: Provides meaningful conclusions and lessons learned from the events.</li><li>Data Presentation: Effective use of data and visualizations to support arguments.</li></ul><h2 class="heading-node">Reward Structure</h2><ul class="list-node"><li>1st Place: 500 USDC</li><li>Optional Bonus Prize: If Raj Gokal publicly picks your submission as the winner (as per his <a class="link" href="https://x.com/rajgokal/status/1980375447830688186">tweet</a>), you will receive an additional 2,000 USDC. Remember to comment on his post to ensure he knows about your submission!<ul class="list-node"><li>This bonus reward is liable to cancelled if Raj does not pick a winner publicly.</li></ul></li></ul>

AWS outage: Write a Post-Mortem Report on L1/L2 Performance

AWS outage: Write a Post-Mortem Report on L1/L2 Performance

2,500USDC Total Prizes
500 USDC 1st 2,000 USDC 2nd