A Ziggurat is a rectangular stepped tower that uses precise measurements to ensure that each foundation can support the layers above.

This metaphor can be applied to network testing by defining three layers:

1. Conformance: adherence to the network protocol
2. Performance: healthy throughput under pressure
3. Resistance: the withstanding of malicious behavior

Ziggurat, by [Equilibrium](https://equilibrium.co/), is a set of tools that allows node developers to test these three layers extensively and ensure that each new release does not introduce bugs, performance bottlenecks, or security flaws.

As mentioned in the conclusion of the recent Trail of Bits report: It’s only a matter of time before a blockchain network is completely toppled by a network-level hack. This proposal will detail why this work is critical, and how we will go about solving it.

For the full proposal, see https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HRhFKo5w73wP5Nz8hg3xtw5GmPseNrzsarJLNNZqDZo/edit?usp=sharing

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- A Ziggurat is a tower with steps that are carefully measured to support each layer.
- Network testing has three layers: conformance, performance, and resistance.
- Ziggurat by Equilibrium is a set of tools for testing these layers in blockchain networks.
- The proposal explains why this work is important and how it will be done.
- For more details, you can read the full proposal at the provided link.

#252 Ziggurat: The Network Testing and Stability Framework

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