📢Currently, many firms and protocols are actively looking for DAML-focused auditors.
If you want to position yourself early in this niche, here’s a structured roadmap to become a strong DAML auditor and start getting booked faster:
1. Always start with the official docs:
- DAML official docs:
docs.digitalasset.com
- Canton Network docs:
docs.canton.network
2. Refresh with writeups:
Great for understanding real-world attack surfaces and audit methodology.
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scauditstudio.com/blog/DamlS…
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halborn.com/blog/post/daml-a…
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informal.systems/blog/securi…
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halborn.com/blog/post/daml-a…
3. Read Real Audit Reports:
This is where most people level up.
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certificate.quantstamp.com/f…
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certificate.quantstamp.com/f…
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halborn.com/audits/temple/da…
Pro tip: Reproduce findings locally and try identifying additional edge cases the auditors missed
4. Learn the tools:
- daml-lint : Static analyzer
- daml-props : Property-based testing
- daml-verify : Formal verification
Kudos to
@OpenZeppelin for creating tools.
The strongest auditor combines automated testing (including AI) alongside manual.
The DAML/Canton ecosystem is still early. If you consistently study docs, review audits, train your AI agent, and practice on live codebases, you’ll be ahead of most auditors entering the space.
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