In the high-frequency world of decentralized finance, every millisecond counts. When we set out to build the TOKNS swap interface, our goal was simple but ambitious: deliver an experience that feels as fast as a centralized exchange while remaining entirely on-chain.
The TX Advantage
The foundation of our performance lies in the TX blockchain itself. With its ultra-fast block times and WASM-based smart contract engine, TX provides the infrastructure necessary for near-instant execution. However, raw chain speed is only half the battle. The real challenge is the "last mile"—the time it takes for a user's intent to become a confirmed transaction.
ShieldNest Optimizations
To reach the sub-second threshold, the ShieldNest engineering team implemented three critical layers of optimization:
- Request Deduplication: Our custom fetch layer ensures that redundant price queries and route discoveries never hit the network twice. By deduplicating concurrent requests at the client level, we reduce unnecessary overhead.
- Redis Cache Layer: We utilize a high-performance Redis cache (powered by Upstash) to store token metadata, price feeds, and liquidity pool states. This allows our backend to serve critical data in 1-5ms, bypassing the slower traditional database queries.
- Deterministic Route Discovery: By analyzing liquidity across multiple DEXs in parallel, our aggregator identifies the most efficient path instantly. We don't just find the best price; we find it faster than anyone else.
Beyond the Transaction
Speed isn't just about execution; it's about the user's perception of time. Our interface uses neomorphic feedback and real-time state updates to ensure users are never left wondering if their swap is processing. From the moment you click "Execute," the system is designed to provide immediate, verified confirmation.
As TX continues to evolve, so will TOKNS. We are already looking toward the next frontier of cross-chain performance, ensuring that sub-second speeds become the global standard for the Cosmos ecosystem.