We'd like to fund maintenance of the [substrate-api-client](https://github.com/scs/substrate-api-client) from January 2024 until June 2024.

The [substrate-api-client](https://github.com/scs/substrate-api-client) is a Rust library for connecting to a substrate-based node via RPC from a no-std environment, like trusted execution environments or IoT devices. An RPC client is a library, with similar features as [Polkadot-js](https://wiki.polkadot.network/docs/polkadotjs). With an RPC client developers can easily interact with any Polkadot or Kusama chain. There are [RPC clients](https://wiki.polkadot.network/docs/build-tools-index#rpc-and-api-tools) for different programming languages. For Rust, the most popular RPC client is [subxt](https://github.com/paritytech/subxt). The substrate-api-client uses core functionality of subxt and makes it available in a no-std environment.

This proposal is a continuation of our previous maintenance proposals. The previous proposal can be found [here](https://polkadot.polkassembly.io/referenda/118). See also our reports in the comments section of each proposal. We aim to seek ongoing funding.

There has been mixed feedback on the question, who should fund the maintenance of the substrate-api-client. Our conclusion is to continue to treat the api-client as a common good - and ask the Polkadot treasury for funding. By receiving funding by the treasury, we can make sure to treat all user requests equally and provide the same service to all. If the proposal is rejected, we will still provide support to anyone requesting it - at our normal hourly rate.

Details can be found in our [full proposal](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1x4e2DObj66Xh-DcvxBsDfvDsJX57KE88aMdH1Cvl3Ng/edit?usp=sharing)

Requested Funding: $30’000

We'd like to fund maintenance of the [substrate-api-client](https://github.com/scs/substrate-api-client) from January 2024 until June 2024.

The [substrate-api-client](https://github.com/scs/substrate-api-client) is a Rust library for connecting to a substrate-based node via RPC from a no-std environment, like trusted execution environments or IoT devices. An RPC client is a library, with similar features as [Polkadot-js](https://wiki.polkadot.network/docs/polkadotjs). With an RPC client developers can easily interact with any Polkadot or Kusama chain. There are [RPC clients](https://wiki.polkadot.network/docs/build-tools-index#rpc-and-api-tools) for different programming languages. For Rust, the most popular RPC client is [subxt](https://github.com/paritytech/subxt). The substrate-api-client uses core functionality of subxt and makes it available in a no-std environment.

This proposal is a continuation of our previous maintenance proposals. The previous proposal can be found [here](https://polkadot.polkassembly.io/referenda/118). See also our reports in the comments section of each proposal. We aim to seek ongoing funding.

There has been mixed feedback on the question, who should fund the maintenance of the substrate-api-client. Our conclusion is to continue to treat the api-client as a common good - and ask the Polkadot treasury for funding. By receiving funding by the treasury, we can make sure to treat all user requests equally and provide the same service to all. If the proposal is rejected, we will still provide support to anyone requesting it - at our normal hourly rate.

Details can be found in our [full proposal](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1x4e2DObj66Xh-DcvxBsDfvDsJX57KE88aMdH1Cvl3Ng/edit?usp=sharing)

Maintenance for the substrate-api-client Jan-24 to Jun-24

Please vote "no" here. The correct proposal is [here](https://polkadot.polkassembly.io/referenda/290)

Wrong Proposal

- Problem Statement: The maintenance of the substrate-api-client, a Rust library for connecting to a substrate-based node via RPC from a no-std environment, requires funding from January 2024 to June 2024. The intended audience is the Polkadot treasury.
- Significance: The substrate-api-client is a crucial tool for developers to interact with any Polkadot or Kusama chain. Without proper maintenance, its functionality could be compromised, affecting a wide range of users.
- Proposed Solution: The team proposes to seek funding from the Polkadot treasury, treating the api-client as a common good. If the proposal is rejected, they will still provide support at their normal hourly rate.
- Expected Outcomes: With the requested funding of $30,000, the team expects to continue providing equal service to all users, ensuring the substrate-api-client's functionality and reliability.

#1996 Maintenance for the substrate-api-client Jan-24 to Jun-24

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