This commit introduces direct function implementations for various scalar and field operations, including addition, multiplication, normalization, and serialization. These changes aim to optimize performance by avoiding interface dispatch and reducing allocations. Additionally, the existing methods are updated to utilize these new direct functions, enhancing overall efficiency in the secp256k1 library.
This commit introduces a new benchmark function, `BenchmarkSchnorrVerify`, in `schnorr_test.go` to evaluate the performance of the Schnorr signature verification process. Additionally, it optimizes the `SchnorrVerify` function in `schnorr.go` by implementing a global precomputed context, reducing overhead during verification calls. The changes aim to enhance performance and provide insights into the efficiency of the verification process.
This commit introduces the implementation of Schnorr signatures following BIP-340, including the `SchnorrSign` and `SchnorrVerify` functions. It also adds comprehensive tests to validate the signing and verification processes, ensuring correct functionality with both standard and auxiliary randomness. The tests cover various scenarios, including signature generation, verification, and edge cases, enhancing the robustness of the secp256k1 implementation. Additionally, new files for Schnorr signature operations and tests have been created, contributing to the overall cryptographic capabilities of the library.
