> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://vesselfinance.gitbook.io/vessel/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://vesselfinance.gitbook.io/vessel/testnet-user-guide/faqs.md).

# FAQs

## What is Vessel?

***

Vessel is an **All-in-one on-chain exchange platform** that seamlessly integrates the efficiency of a centralized exchange order book with the transparency and security inherent in decentralized finance. Under the mantra "Secure, Speedy, and Self-Custody," Vessel is dedicated to providing superior services in spot trading, perpetual trading, and an enhanced AMM DEX, ensuring an unparalleled trading experience for our users.

## What Unique Offerings Does Vessel Provide to the Market?

***

Vessel stands out with our team's expertise in in-house zk-SNARK technology development, adhering to the ethos "Do not trust, verify." We focus on reducing costs and increasing efficiency in ZKProofs generation, offering unmatched security and performance. Additionally, our innovative AMM, integrated with ZK Circuits, offers a significant advancement in the AMM domain, promising enhanced performance and efficiency.\ <br>

## What’s Vessel’s Roadmap?

***

* **Q1 2024: Alpha Testnet and Exclusive Seed User Invitation**

  Targeting elite traders and DeFi enthusiasts for alpha testnet on Sepolia.<br>
* **Q2 2024: Expanding Horizons**

  Continued focus on developing our AMM and Perpetual trading features.

  Launch of referral and invitation program.<br>
* **Q3 2024: Preparing for Mainnet Launch**

  Events and activities leading up to the mainnet launch.

## Are We Going to Have a Vessel Token? Anything Special About Tokenomics?

***

Yes! We're looking forward to sharing exciting details about our unique tokenomics very soon.&#x20;

Stay tuned! 👀

## What Do We Hope to Gain from Testnet Users at Vessel?

***

Testnet users at Vessel play a vital role in our platform's development. We seek active feedback and aim to offer future perks to our early supporters.

1. **In-Depth Product Testing (Q1 Focus)**: Our primary goal is the comprehensive testing of V1.0 to assess its functionality and gather crucial insights.
2. **Feedback and Insights Collection**: User feedback is crucial for refining our product, particularly in areas like UI/UX design, trading habits, and market response.
3. **Empowering Vessel’s Global Influence**: We encourage users to share their experiences and promote Vessel within their networks, helping to educate the community and build a strong user base.


---

# Agent Instructions
This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com.

## Querying This Documentation
If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question.

Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter:

```
GET https://vesselfinance.gitbook.io/vessel/testnet-user-guide/faqs.md?ask=<question>&goal=<endgoal>
```

`ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language.
`goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal.

The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation.

Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.