The Mathlib Initiative: Scaling, Infrastructure, and Future Directions

Abstract: In this talk, we will review the progress of the Mathlib Initiative since its launch in September 2025. We’ll discuss the challenges that have come with Mathlib’s growth, particularly in managing review times, documentation, and ecosystem coordination. We’ll also cover the infrastructure improvements made to address these issues, including the editorial support and tools that have been put in place.

Looking ahead, we will outline our plans for 2026, focusing on how we aim to continue supporting the Mathlib community’s growth while keeping the project sustainable and scalable. This includes ongoing efforts to improve the review process, provide better resources for new contributors, and enhance collaboration across different areas of formal mathematics.

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Audience: researchers in the discipline

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