Dear Community Members, I am excited to announce the release of Ratis version 3.0.0, marking the first major version update since IoTDB began utilizing Ratis for consensus services. This release encompasses a multitude of new features, enhancements, and fixes, all of which are the contributions of the dedicated efforts of our IoTDB community. Reflecting on the past year, it's hard to imagine the remarkable journey that unfolded after several key members (Mr. Huang, Mr. Qiao, and Xinyu Tan) made the pivotal decision to utilize Ratis for data replication.
I wish to extend my gratitude to each one of you for your contributions, whether direct or indirect. Our collective success is a testament to the strength of our community spirit, resonating perfectly with the Apache Software Foundation's ethos: “Community Over Code.” In the upcoming period, we plan to integrate these features and improvements into the master branch. Each addition will undergo backtesting and validation to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Your feedback and insights are invaluable to us, and I eagerly look forward to your thoughts and suggestions. Thank you once again for your support and dedication. Together, we are shaping a brighter future for our project. Warm regards, William
