Polkadot, the multichain ecosystem powering the movement for a better web, is taking steps to nurture the next generation of blockchain/web3 builders with the expansion of its prestigious Polkadot Blockchain Academy into the digital domain.
The fast growth of the Web3 industry has led to surging demand for skilled developers to build the next generation of the Internet, but training them to do this is not an easy task. The complexities of blockchain can be daunting even for the most experienced Web2 developers, as there is a steep learning curve that involves getting to grips with the nature of decentralized systems and understanding the peculiarities of different consensus algorithms.
As an added complication, the blockchain industry has given birth to hundreds of different networks, each with their own programming languages, rules and development tools, exacerbating the difficulty faced by new developers.
The Polkadot Blockchain Academy was created to overcome these hurdles by improving the way in which developers are introduced to the world of Web3. It provides a comprehensive yet carefully structured curriculum that’s carefully designed to help developers of all levels get started in this pioneering new world.
With the launch of its online program, slated to begin early next year, Polkadot is expanding the potential reach of its Academy to cater to the thousands of developers around the world that have not yet had the opportunity to explore the possibilities of Web3 development. By enabling developers to participate in its comprehensive courses from the comfort of their own homes, the Academy is paving the way for a new generation of builders to fulfill their creative potential.
To that end, the Academy has designed its online courses to mirror the depth and quality of the more introductory elements of the in-person educational experience, with students given the opportunity to participate in interactive lessons, engage with virtual mentors and collaborate with their peers in a vibrant, digital community.
In addition to catering to the demand for online learning, the Academy is also expanding its curriculum to acknowledge the growing importance of decentralized applications in Web3. A vibrant dApp ecosystem is essential for the future of any blockchain, providing it with purpose and meaning. That’s why the Academy is introducing a new DApps track to provide developers with the knowledge and skills required to design, build and deploy them on multiple decentralized networks.
The Academy is not turning it’s back on in person teaching, the online course will deliver foundational concepts, whilst the in person course will continue and will serve as the more advanced 2 to 3 week course. Whilst completing the online course is not required for entry to the in person course, it does serve as a great foundational course to help learners become eligible for PBA in person.
The Polkadot Blockchain Academy stands out due to the broad applicability of its curriculum, with more than half of the courses dedicated to foundational subjects that are not only specific to Polkadot. Skills around blockchain basics, cryptography, consensus algorithms and tokenomics are essential for developers working on any blockchain platform. So even if a developer intends to work with Polkadot now, he or she can easily switch to an alternative blockchain ecosystem in future, or even explore the world of multichain development.
The evolution of the Polkadot Blockchain Academy reinforces its reputation as a beacon of excellence in blockchain education. Beginning as a small pilot project at Cambridge University, it rapidly gained attention for its unique blend of deep technical knowledge and hands-on learning. The Academy soon became a global phenomenon, offering courses at prestigious educational institutions throughout Europe, Asia and North America, helping to grow the diversity of Polkadot’s developer base.
Now, the Academy is ready to raise its game once again, making its comprehensive educational programs even more accessible through the virtual classroom. It’s paving the way for developers all over the world to make their mark on the Web3 industry with full confidence that they possess the expertise required to ensure their plans will succeed.
About Polkadot
Polkadot provides the technical advances necessary to make blockchain technology practical, accessible, scalable, interoperable, and future-proof, removing limitations and barriers to entry, and thereby fuelling innovation, growing the decentralized technology space, and bringing the Web3 vision to life.
This post was last modified on Sep 02, 2024, 13:16 BST 13:16