F Prime v4.0.0 Released

F Prime v4.0.0 was released on August 7, 2025. It is a major release incorporating numerous new features and improvements that enhance the framework's capabilities and maintainability.

Key highlights include:

• Support for uplink and downlink using CCSDS protocols
• Enhanced component interfaces featuring named, reusable sets of ports
• Core capabilities, such as command and data handling, provided as self-contained, reusable subtopologies
• Visualization of components and topologies integrated with VS Code editing
• Streamlined build system with increased speed and modern design

This release represents a significant upgrade that comes with improved design patterns and coding standards. The new capabilities also enable the efficient delivery and long-term maintenance of integrated hardware and software platforms. Adopting the widely used CCSDS standards improves F´ interoperability with other space and ground systems.

A detailed migration guide is available to assist teams in updating existing projects to v4. For more details, please refer to the v4.0.0 release notes.