Join the Continuum Block under The Light Ideas for a series of lessons, webinars, and hackathons in SMART CONTRACT DEVELOPMENT, LAYER 2 SOLUTIONS, and OPTIMISTIC ROLLUPS.
- Duration: 8 weeks
- Schedule: Every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
- Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EAT
- Developer Hour Session: Every Friday, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EAT (for Q&A, debugging assistance)
- Duration: 8 weeks
- Schedule: Every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
- Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EAT
- Developer Hour Session: Every Friday, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EAT (for Q&A, debugging assistance)
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Schedule: Every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
- Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EAT
- Developer Hour Session: Every Friday, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EAT (for Q&A, debugging assistance)
Coordinator: Jordan, Smart Contract Developer and Developer Evangelist for Celo Kenya. Coordinator: Ronex, Smart Contract Developer and Developer for Celo Kenya. Coordinator: Rachel, for Lisk Africa.
Continuum Block courses are designed for developers of all levels. To participate, follow these steps:
- Register for the Program: Fill out the registration form here.
- Join the WhatsApp Group: Join Here
- Prepare for the Course: Review the resources in the program guide and FAQ.
- What Is It: A comprehensive program to learn the fundamentals of smart contract development, including practical hands-on projects.
- Who is it for?: Developers interested in blockchain technology and smart contract development.
- Communication Skills: Clear and concise communication is crucial. You'll be expected to document your ideas and discuss them in various formats, primarily in English.
- Self-Directed Learning: This program encourages self-motivation and proactive learning.
- Code Writing Skills: Proficiency in writing and understanding code is essential.
- Intrinsic Motivation: Participants should be driven by a genuine interest in blockchain development.
- Program Coordinator: Jordan Muthemba
- What Is It: An in-depth exploration of Layer 2 solutions, focusing on Optimistic Rollups and other scaling technologies.
- Who is it for?: Developers looking to scale blockchain applications and improve transaction efficiency.
- Communication Skills: Essential for discussing and documenting ideas effectively in English.
- Self-Directed Learning: Encouraged to foster deep understanding and problem-solving skills.
- Code Writing Skills: Necessary for implementing Layer 2 solutions.
- Intrinsic Motivation: Driven by a passion for improving blockchain scalability.
- Program Coordinators: Jordan Muthemba, Ronex, Rachel
- What Is It: An intensive course focused on Optimistic Rollups and the Optimism protocol, covering architecture, deployment, and practical applications.
- Who is it for?: Developers looking to specialize in Layer 2 solutions, specifically Optimistic Rollups.
- Communication Skills: Clear and concise communication is crucial for documenting and discussing ideas, primarily in English.
- Self-Directed Learning: Encouraged to explore resources and solve problems independently.
- Code Writing Skills: Proficiency in writing and understanding smart contracts is essential.
- Intrinsic Motivation: Participants should have a strong passion for blockchain scalability solutions.
- Program Coordinator: Jordan Muthemba
To get the most out of the courses, follow these steps:
- Clone the Repository: Use the following command to clone the course repository:
git clone https://github.com/Light-Ideas-Labs/cohort-one-layer2-and-op-blockchain
- Navigate the Repository:
- /docs: Documentation and guides
- /notes: Lesson materials and exercises
- /projects: Project templates and examples
- /resources: Additional reading materials and tools
- Contribute to the Repository:
- Fork the repository
- Create a branch for your changes
- Make and commit your changes
- Push changes to your fork
- Create a pull request
The main communication channel is our R&D Discord server. Contact the course coordinators for access.
- Purpose: Discuss project progress, current issues, and participant questions.
- Schedule: Every Monday, 15:00
- Link: Join the Standup
- Purpose: Focused discussions on specific topics proposed in advance.
- Schedule: Every Tuesday, 15:00
- Link: Find the agenda in Issues
For any further assistance, contact the course coordinator, Jordan Muthemba, Ronex, or Rachel.
Explore various project ideas in project-ideas.md to get inspiration and start building your own applications.
Refer to the reading.md file for a curated list of recommended readings and reference materials.
For detailed instructions on navigating and contributing to the course repository, see repo-guide.md.
By following this guide, you'll be well-prepared to participate in the Continuum Block courses, collaborate effectively, and enhance your skills in blockchain development.