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Committed to open-source principles, we aim to empower individuals to contribute to the blockchain space and support the growth of the Turkish blockchain community.", "hidden": false, "question": "How is your project focused on improving the Web3 ecosystem? ", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "With the start of the new fall semester at our university, we held our introductory meeting and connected with new student friends interested in joining ODTU Blockchain. This led to an increase in our membership. We directed these new members to our four committees (Education, Organization, Design, Ecosystem & Strategy) based on their areas of interest, and they began actively contributing.\n\nAs a major highlight, we organized an event in Ankara for blockchain enthusiasts as the excitement for Devconnect week. Our Ethereum Foundation-supported event, titled ***\"Ready! Set! Devconnect!\"*** ignited the Devconnect spirit in Ankara by getting participation of ***100+*** individuals. Participants had the opportunity to listen to valuable talks, delve into the world of Ethereum, and connect with like-minded individuals. The event offered free tickets, and we were honored to have *skylar.eth*    from the Ethereum Foundation with us. In addition, important projects such as *Aleo*, *Cartesi*, *Starknet*, *Clave*, and *Phaver* were among our partners and speakers.", "hidden": false, "question": "If you've participated in past grant rounds, please share any new updates or milestones from the prior months (N/A if you haven\u2019t participated previously). ", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "***Event Participation and Feedback***: We track the number of participants attending our events, such as workshops, builder meetups called \"ranDEVu\", our annual flagship event \"Blockchain Days\" or \"Ready, Set, Devconnect\". Additionally, we collect feedback from attendees to gauge their satisfaction and the perceived value of the events. This feedback helps us refine our content, format, and overall experience for future events.\n\n***Video Views and Engagement***: Our content serves as valuable educational resources for the blockchain community. We measure the views and engagement metrics (likes, comments, shares) on our educational content, such as Blockchain Fundamentals on our YouTube channel. High view counts and positive engagement are indicators of the effectiveness of our content in reaching and resonating with our target audience.\n\n***Social Media Reach and Engagement***: We monitor our Twitter post engagements, including likes, retweets, and comments, to understand the impact of our content and the level of engagement with our community. 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Similar to the program's empowerment of web3 enthusiasts, we leverage QF's amplification to drive meaningful impact. Just as humanity's essence lies in cooperation, ODTU Blockchain advocates for equitable rewards for impactful contributions. Like Ether's Phoenix, we embrace optimism and envision a future where collaborative revolution is rewarded. We stride toward a harmonious future, inviting those who share our commitment to make a tangible impact. \n\n#### Who Are We? \ud83c\udf93\n\n***ODTU Blockchain***     was established in 2021 in Ankara, Turkey by Middle East Technical University (METU, also known as *ODTU*    in Turkish) students with the aim of creating an innovative and dynamic community within the *Turkish* and global blockchain ecosystem. We, as ODTU Blockchain, are proudly contributing to the ecosystem for the past 2 years. \ud83c\udf89\n\nOur background in successfully attracting people from all over the country, along with our expertise in organizing global events, gives us influence and recognition as one of the most respected and followed communities in Turkey. Moreover, our experienced developer team positions us as one of the most desirable hubs for future Turkish developers. We have a vast network and close relationships with other communities and can garner support from the entire ecosystem through various channels, including Twitter Spaces, workshops, ranDEVu, and more. \ud83d\udd17\n\nAt ODTU Blockchain, our primary focus is to support and collaborate with other communities and institutions in Turkey. We aim to contribute to the development of the blockchain ecosystem in our country by engaging in joint projects and initiatives.\n\n- \ud83d\udd2c **Mission**: Our mission is to foster an innovative and dynamic community within the Turkish and global blockchain ecosystem, bringing valuable individuals and ideas into the ecosystem.\n\n- \ud83c\udf10 **Vision**: As students of Middle East Technical University, we envision a future where blockchain technology shapes the world and creates diverse opportunities across different fields.\n\n#### Target Audience \ud83c\udfaf\n\nOur initiatives cater to the following groups:\n\n- Blockchain communities of universities and students interested in blockchain technology.\n\n- Academics interested in cryptography, finance, and blockchain development.\n\n- Blockchain and Web3 startups seeking consulting or development assistance in the blockchain field.\n\n#### Previous Works \ud83d\udccb\n\n- \ud83c\udfeb **Blockchain Fundamentals**: We have successfully conducted numerous educational sessions on blockchain fundamentals, attracting many students and individuals interested in the subject. To make these resources accessible to the public, we have uploaded the session recordings to our YouTube channel.\n\n- \ud83c\udfab **Blockchain Days**: In December 2022, we organized a two-day blockchain summit in Ankara, which was the largest of its kind in the city. More than 1000 people attended, and the event featured 18 different subject headings, including finance, law, and cryptology. We hosted 41 expert speakers who shared their knowledge and insights. Additionally, we organized four workshops during the summit, allowing our participants to engage with the showcased products and applications.\n\n- \ud83d\udcdc **ranDEVu**: We hold monthly developer meet-ups in Ankara, providing a platform for open discussions and networking opportunities among developers in the blockchain ecosystem.\n\n- \u2699\ufe0f **Workshops**: We regularly host informative workshops led by industry leaders. Furthermore, we collaborate with global projects such as Nansen, Secret, Aleo, and Binance, offering networking and educational opportunities.\n\n- \ud83e\uddd1\u200d\ud83d\udcbb **dApp Development Series**: In our DApp development series on YouTube, we have created comprehensive step-by-step tutorials covering various cutting-edge concepts in the Web3 ecosystem.\n\n- \ud83d\udd3a **Avalanche Validator Node**: We are actively validating in the ecosystem! On August 22, 2022, we became the first university blockchain community in the world to deploy and run an Avalanche Node!\n\n#### Hackathon Achievements \ud83c\udfc6\n\nODTU Blockchain has consistently excelled in various prestigious hackathons, demonstrating our team's technical expertise, innovative thinking, and dedication to solving real-world challenges. We have received notable prizes and recognition from renowned hackathon events, showcasing our ability to deliver cutting-edge solutions in the Web3 space. Here are some highlights of our remarkable achievements:\n\n- \ud83c\udfad **Avalanche Barcelona Hackathon 2022** \u2013 *Best Use of Covalent API*   : At the Avalanche Barcelona Hackathon, our team leveraged Covalent's powerful API to enhance the functionality of decentralized applications on the Avalanche blockchain.\n\n- \ud83d\udeb2 **ETHGlobal Amsterdam 2022** \u2013 *Mina Protocol \u2013 Third Place*   : In the ETHAmsterdam 2022 Hackathon, we secured the third-place position by creating a novel application(ERC721-like standard) for the Mina Protocol. \n\n- \ud83c\udff0 **ETHPrague Hackathon 2022** \u2013 *Hacker's Favorite Award*   : At ETHPrague Hackathon 2022, our project received the prestigious Hacker's Favorite Award, recognizing the popularity and positive feedback from fellow participants and judges.\n\n- \ud83e\udd68 **ETHBerlin Hackathon 2022** \u2013 *Lens Protocol Pool Prize*   : During ETHBerlin Hackathon 2022, our team was honored with the Lens Protocol Pool Prize for developing an encrypted messaging platform.\n\n- \ud83c\udf31 **EnerjiSA Hackathon 2022** \u2013 *First Place*   : At the EnerjiSA hackathon, centered around ReFi, our team secured the top position with our innovative project on carbon credits and energy trading.\n\n- \ud83d\udd12 **ETHPrivacy & Scaling Explorations 2023** \u2013 *First Place*   : In the ETHPrivacy & Scaling Explorations Hackathon 2023, we claimed the coveted first-place position by presenting a privacy-focused solution.\n\n- \ud83e\udd50 **ETHGlobal Paris 2023** \u2013 *4 Prizes*  : Most recently, at ETHParis 2023, we secured four prizes from different sponsors (UMA, zkBob, Push Protocol, Neon EVM).", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectTwitter": "odtublockchain"}, "recipient": "0x07fA3338a53CFAA1911A255F0c3054E800873e77"}}