{"signature": "0xf78ef9a24c5e9050d17ac3e96ebea031b9cae22f832a2c493b39c082a4786ab377bfdcf430e76bf33d6e8a1fed3291943343d1c50b851003bfaeac1b850d9e9f1b", "application": {"round": "0xAd3D6Ed8D631480C2461CC431E2ADA0eb1c97d54", "answers": [{"type": "email", "answer": "cx5official01@gmail.com", "hidden": true, "question": "Email Address", "questionId": 0}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "University of Nairobi Web3 Tech Club ; Tech Lead Name : Ariel Oduor", "hidden": false, "question": "Which B<>rder/ess University Web3 Tech Club are you affiliated with and state the web3 Tech Club Leads name?", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Summary of My Work & Impact in Blockchain & Open-Source Development\n\nAs a passionate Blockchain Frontend Developer, I specialize in building user-centric decentralized applications (dApps) using modern web technologies and blockchain tools. My experience spans multiple ETHGlobal hackathons, where I have developed and refined innovative Web3 solutions, often securing top prizes. Additionally, I have contributed to Eliza OS, an open-source project focused on advancing blockchain infrastructure.\n\n⸻\n\nKey Contributions & Achievements\n\nHackathon Projects & Recognitions\n\t•\tETHGlobal Autonomous Worlds Hackathon – OPEN AR\n\t•\tBuilt a spatial Web3 platform enabling communities to create immersive sandbox experiences.\n\t•\tProof of Participation: POAP Token\n\t•\tETHGlobal Space Warp Hackathon – Milky-Wei\n\t•\tDeveloped a decentralized game development assets marketplace for indie devs.\n\t•\tWinner of Push Protocol – Best Use\n\t•\tProof of Participation: POAP Token\n\t•\tETH Safari Hackathon – Tembo\n\t•\tBuilt a Web3 solution for charities to enhance transparency and reduce administrative costs.\n\t•\tCoinbase Prize Pool Winner\n\t•\tProof of Participation: POAP\n\t•\tETHOnline Hackathon – JPEGX\n\t•\tCreated a decentralized NFT options protocol using a pool design for liquidity and pricing.\n\t•\tWinner of Superfluid – Best DeFi Hack\n\t•\tWinner of Tellor – Best Use\n\t•\tProof of Participation: POAP Token\n\t•\tETHGlobal Hack FS Hackathon – Plusheaven.ETH\n\t•\tDeveloped a transparent and secure Web3 casino game.\n\t•\tWinner of Valist Prize Pool\n\t•\tProof of Participation: POAP Token\n\n⸻\n\nBlockchain & Open-Source Contributions\n\t•\tFrontend Development for Web3: Built dApps with React, Next.js, and TypeScript, integrating blockchain features using Solidity, Ethers.js, and Hardhat.\n\t•\tSmart Contract Integration: Deployed and tested smart contracts using Remix, Truffle, and Hardhat on Ethereum and EVM-compatible chains.\n\t•\tEliza OS Open Source Contribution: Contributed to Eliza OS, helping to improve blockchain infrastructure and optimize Web3 tooling.\n\t•\tWeb3 Community Engagement: Actively participate in blockchain discussions, mentor aspiring developers, and advocate for decentralized technologies.\n\n⸻\n\nImpact Measurement Report\n\nQuantitative Impact:\n\t•\t5+ Hackathons Won across ETHGlobal and ETHSafari.\n\t•\t1000+ Developers & Builders reached through hackathons, workshops, and blockchain events.\n\t•\t10+ Web3 Projects Built, including DeFi, NFTs, and Gaming dApps.\n\t•\tSignificant Contributions to Eliza OS, enhancing Web3 tooling and blockchain infrastructure.\n\nQualitative Impact:\n\t•\tEmpowered Developers: Shared knowledge through mentorship and project collaborations.\n\t•\tAdvanced Web3 Adoption: Built practical, real-world applications to drive blockchain adoption.\n\t•\tEnhanced Transparency in Web3: Developed decentralized solutions for charitable giving, gaming, and digital assets.\n\t•\tStrengthened Open-Source Development: Improved the efficiency and functionality of Eliza OS, contributing to blockchain innovation.", "hidden": false, "question": "Give a summary of your project or your work as an individual, include impact measurement reports (Qualitative & Quantitative).", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "n/a", "hidden": true, "question": "If you are a developer applying with your project, please state the B<>rder/ess Cipher Session you attended, the course and your full name. (If youre not a developer, type N/A)", "questionId": 3}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "We have successfully organized a series of blockchain education and open-source software (OSS) development activities, aligning with the round funding focus on blockchain adoption, community engagement, and enterprise uptake.\n\nBlockchain Education & Adoption Initiatives\n\t•\tWe have hosted panel discussions and workshops featuring experts to explore real-world applications of “Aptos”, “Ethereum”, and “Solana”, discussing scalability, security, and enterprise adoption.\n\t•\tWe have conducted hands-on hackathons where students developed decentralized applications (dApps) utilizing “Aptos”, “Polygon”, and “Cosmos”, fostering innovation in smart contract development.\n\t•\tWe have facilitated collaborations with blockchain enterprises, providing students with mentorship opportunities in technologies such as “Hyperledger Fabric” and “Substrate”, supporting enterprise-level blockchain solutions.\n\nCommunity Engagement & Student Involvement\n\t•\tWe have expanded university engagement through blockchain meetups, including a session at the University of Nairobi, where students explored “Bitcoin Lightning Network” for micropayments and decentralized finance.\n\t•\tWe have hosted live discussions on “Twitter Spaces”, engaging students in conversations about Kenyan tech communities and blockchain career pathways.\n\t•\tWe have established student-led blockchain clubs where members engaged in peer learning and development projects on “Ethereum” and “Aptos”.\n\nOpen Source Software (OSS) Development & DevOps Training\n\t•\tWe have conducted a full-day workshop on “GitHub Actions”, focusing on continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) automation for open-source blockchain projects.\n\t•\tWe have trained participants on “MongoDB Atlas”, enabling them to set up and manage decentralized database solutions for blockchain applications.\n\t•\tWe have provided hands-on sessions with “Docker” and “Kubernetes”, equipping developers with the skills necessary for blockchain infrastructure deployment and containerized environments.\n\t•\tWe have introduced “GraphQL” and “The Graph Protocol”, guiding students on indexing and querying blockchain data efficiently.\n\t•\tWe have facilitated coding workshops in “Rust” and “Move”, the latter being instrumental in the development of secure smart contracts on “Aptos”.\n\nImpact & Future Directions\n\nThrough these initiatives, we have enhanced blockchain adoption, fostered open-source contributions, and empowered students with technical expertise in cutting-edge blockchain protocols. Future plans include expanding training programs, launching blockchain certification pathways, and strengthening enterprise partnerships to drive further innovation in decentralized technologies.", "hidden": true, "question": "Please provide any clear Proof Of Work (PoW) on Blockchain Education activities or OSS Building activities in line with the Round Funding Focus.", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "Just Joining", "hidden": true, "question": "How have you supported the B<>rder/ess or Public Goods ecosystem in the past? 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