1. Official Hardhat Website

Visit the official Hardhat website regularly to check for updates, documentation, and news:

https://hardhat.org

2. GitHub Repository

Follow the Hardhat GitHub repository to get notifications about new releases and updates:

https://github.com/nomiclabs/hardhat

You can "Watch" the repository to receive notifications for all activity.

3. Subscribe to the Newsletter

Subscribe to the Hardhat newsletter for curated updates and news directly in your inbox. Look for the subscription option on their website.

4. Join the Community

Engage with the Hardhat community through forums and chat platforms:

  • Hardhat Forum - A place to ask questions and share knowledge.
  • Discord Server - Join the Hardhat Discord for real-time discussions and updates.

5. Follow on Social Media

Follow Hardhat on social media platforms for quick updates:

  • Twitter - Follow for announcements and news.
  • LinkedIn - Connect for professional updates.

6. Check the Changelog

Review the changelog in the GitHub repository to see detailed information about each release:

https://github.com/nomiclabs/hardhat/blob/master/CHANGELOG.md

7. Sample Code to Check for Updates

You can use the following sample code to programmatically check for the latest Hardhat version:


const { exec } = require('child_process');

exec('npm show hardhat version', (error, stdout, stderr) => {
    if (error) {
        console.error(`Error fetching version: ${error.message}`);
        return;
    }
    if (stderr) {
        console.error(`Error: ${stderr}`);
        return;
    }
    console.log(`Latest Hardhat version: ${stdout.trim()}`);
});

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can stay informed about the latest Hardhat releases and news, ensuring that you are always up to date with the latest features and improvements.