Lido has announced the launch of its Ethereum software development kit (SDK).
This TypeScript library is designed to facilitate the integration of Lido’s staking services directly into off-chain applications, offering tools that streamline the creation of staking functionalities within widgets and wallets.
Toolkit Features and Capabilities
The Lido Ethereum SDK, ready for immediate deployment, is tailored for developers looking to enhance off-chain interfaces such as wallets and custom widgets.
It comes packed with various tools, pre-configured methods, and extensive documentation, all structured to assist in the seamless addition of Lido’s staking processes into user projects. This SDK is particularly advantageous for those developing decentralized finance (DeFi) solutions that rely on robust staking mechanisms.
A central feature of the SDK is the Lido staking widget interface, already in use by thousands of stakers daily, which exemplifies its practical application and reliability.
The toolkit is crafted not only to save time and reduce effort for developers but also to ensure a smooth staking experience for end-users involved in Ethereum’s liquid staking scenarios.
Key functionalities of the SDK include enabling users to stake ETH, manage their staked tokens, and monitor the rewards they accrue.
Additionally, it simplifies the unstaking process through its wrap/unwrap features, allowing for a straightforward management of staked assets. The protocol stats feature is another significant addition, providing users with the ability to track important events and metrics related to their staking activities.
Looking ahead, the Lido Ethereum SDK promises multichain support, beginning with the Optimism Mainnet. This feature is poised to expand, with plans to include more networks, enhancing the toolkit’s versatility and appeal to a broader range of developers and projects within the Ethereum ecosystem.