When asked what sharding is and why it can improve blockchain performance, I usually answer like this: NEAR Protocol uses a sharding design called Nightshade, which divides the network into multiple shards that process transactions in parallel. If an app’s state is spread across multiple shards, calls need to communicate across shards, adding complexity for both developers and users.
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When did everyone first figure this out?