Mediconnect Platform Development
The development of the Mediconnect platform involved integrating IoT monitoring with a Next.js frontend and utilizing the Soroban SDK for smart contracts on the Stellar blockchain. The project faced several challenges across different domains:
Soroban SDK/Rust
- Learning Curve: Overcoming the steep learning curve associated with Rust.
- Documentation: Navigating through limited SDK documentation.
- Integration: Integrating Rust-generated smart contracts with the JavaScript frontend.
Stellar Blockchain
- Transaction Speeds: Addressing slower transaction speeds.
- Smart Contract Deployment: Optimizing the deployment and testing of smart contracts.
- Ecosystem Understanding: Gaining a thorough understanding of the Stellar ecosystem.
Interoperability & Scalability
- Healthcare Systems: Bridging different healthcare systems for interoperability.
- Scalability: Addressing scalability concerns as the platform expanded.
IoT Integration
- Seamless Communication: Ensuring smooth communication between various IoT devices.
- Security Measures: Implementing robust security protocols to safeguard data privacy.
Next.js Frontend
- Performance Optimization: Enhancing the performance of the application.
- State Management: Managing the state efficiently across different pages and components.
Each of these challenges demanded innovative solutions, highlighting the complexities of combining IoT, web development, blockchain, and smart contracts technologies in a unified platform.