Cosmos SDK

# Specifications

This directory contains specifications for the modules of the Cosmos SDK as well as Interchain Standards (ICS) and other specifications.

Cosmos SDK applications hold this state in a Merkle store. Updates to the store may be made during transactions and at the beginning and end of every block.

# Cosmos SDK specifications

Store - The core Merkle store that holds the state.
Bech32 - Address format for Cosmos SDK applications.

# Modules specifications

Go the module directory

# Tendermint

For details on the underlying blockchain and p2p protocols, see the Tendermint specification (opens new window).

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The development of the Cosmos SDK is led primarily by Interchain Core Teams. Funding for this development comes primarily from the Interchain Foundation, a Swiss non-profit.