@67c97029830e4bf0b5343505b00adf2394d6185e09d874d5c89885aa3e2db553 [Posted on DevHub](/devgovgigs.near/widget/Post?id=2336) ## Solution: NEAR Community Build Event at BlockHash LIVE 2023 ###### Requested amount: 3000 USDT ###### Requested sponsor: @neardevdao.near **Event Introduction** BlockHash LIVE 2023 is the Annual Blockchain Summit hosted by Kerala Blockchain Academy. Tech experts, renowned leaders and changemakers discuss the application of blockchain technology. Since 2018, BlockHash LIVE has secured its place on the global tech calendar as India's most reputed Blockchain summit. The sixth edition of BlockHash Live intends to strengthen connections, partnerships, and innovative business deals. "NEAR Community Build Event" is a specialised segment of the BlockHash LIVE summit focused on integrating and promoting the NEAR blockchain within the blockchain community. This event aims to introduce, educate, and inspire our student and professional attendees about the potential and practical applications. The goal is to facilitate hands-on experience and foster a robust community around NEAR's technology and philosophy. **Organizer Introduction** Kerala Blockchain Academy, a pioneer in blockchain education under the Kerala University of Digital Sciences, Innovation, and Technology, has an established track record of hosting large-scale, impactful events like BlockHash LIVE. Our experience in orchestrating events that blend education, innovation, and community-building uniquely positions us to conduct this NEAR-focused segment. With a commitment to fostering blockchain technology, KBA has been at the forefront of hosting educational and innovative events. Our blockchain expertise extends to organising events that not only share knowledge but also encourage practical application and community building. As a leader in blockchain education in Kerala, the Kerala Blockchain Academy’s experience spans almost a decade. Offering a diverse selection of over 12 blockchain courses across 200 batches, we have imparted knowledge to more than 30,000 students through 1,025 classroom training sessions. **Our Key Strengths** * Experienced Team: Experts in blockchain technology and event management. * Community Focus: Proven track record in building and nurturing tech communities. * Innovative Approach: Leveraging cutting-edge technology for practical learning. * Strategic Partnerships: Collaboration with leading tech firms and educational institutions. **Event Impact** This NEAR-centric event within BlockHash LIVE 2023 will serve as a powerful platform for demonstrating NEAR's capabilities and encouraging active participation in the NEAR ecosystem. We aim to: * Engage and educate a diverse audience about NEAR. * Stimulate the development of innovative projects on NEAR's platform. * Cultivate a sustainable community of NEAR developers and enthusiasts in India. Furthermore, every year, 1560+ students and instructor coordinators from 52+ member institutes across India become part of the Kerala Blockchain Academy’s novel initiative, Kerala Blockchain Academy Innovation Club (KBAIC). This extensive network provides an unparalleled opportunity to disseminate knowledge about the NEAR blockchain, foster innovation, and cultivate a robust community. The NEAR Community Build Event gains an exceptional edge through its affiliation with the Kerala University of Digital Sciences, Innovation, and Technology, a noteworthy initiative of the Government of Kerala. The university encompasses over 300+ students specialising in various fields such as AI, cybersecurity, digital sciences, and more. This diverse academic environment offers a fertile ground for cross-disciplinary learning and promotes the application of blockchain technology. **Event Objective** The NEAR Community Build Event aims to: * Educate: Introduce NEAR's technology through workshops and talks. * Engage: Conduct hands-on sessions for building on NEAR's platform. * Empower: Offer mentorship and resources for project development in the NEAR ecosystem. **Evaluation Factors** Projects will be judged on innovation, technical proficiency, alignment with NEAR's capabilities, and potential impact within the NEAR ecosystem. Additional focus will be given to community engagement and long-term viability. **Event Details** * **Technical Workshops** * **Mastering Smart Contracts on NEAR**: Covers both basic and advanced aspects of smart contract development and deployment on NEAR, including NEAR introduction, protocol overview, transaction flow, and Rust SDK. * **Building DApps on NEAR**: A hands-on workshop focused on designing, developing, and deploying DApps on the NEAR platform, with a focus on user experience and practical applications. Covers Dapp development, NEAR API JS, and React. * **Community Engagement and Ideathon** * **NEAR Visionaries Ideathon**: Encourages creative and technical brainstorming to develop innovative blockchain solutions using NEAR, focusing on practical applications in various fields. * **NEAR Innovators Internship**: Offers winners of the ideathon a chance to turn their ideas into reality through a structured internship, providing experience, mentorship, and resources in the NEAR ecosystem. **Funding Request** We are requesting a financial contribution of $3000. The breakdown of the allocation is provided below: * 2 Technical Workshops: $1500 * 1 Community Engagement and Ideathon: $1000 * Event Infrastructure and Logistics: $500 More details and our past event summaries are available at https://kba.ai/ and https://blockhashlive.kba.ai/