Piconbello
Piconbello
Piconbello are primarily an infrastructure and product development company with a comprehensive approach to the ecosystem. Their focus extends to various aspects, encompassing enhancements to node software, establishment of services such as wallets and explorers, development of products to address issues or fulfill requirements, and active involvement in educating and supporting the community and developers within different facets of the chain.
At present, they are actively engaged in the development of an ID solution, addressing a fundamental concern in any blockchain project – the sybil issue. On the community front, they have undertaken the responsibility of maintaining the Turkish community, contributing to both educational initiatives and discussions. On the developer side, they provide valuable assistance to developers seeking guidance, offering insights from the foundational aspects of the product to its advanced features, leveraging their expertise and ecosystem-oriented mindset. In essence, they provide comprehensive support to the projects they are involved in, drawing on their expertise across various dimensions.
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Mina Navigators is poised to establish a groundbreaking standard for ZK developer engagement, urging innovators to embark on the journey of creating, refining, and contributing to the Mina ecosystem.
Timeline
There are three distinct phases within the Navigator program:
- Hackathon: October 9 through November 10
- Learn-to-earn challenges: November 2023 through April 2024
- Final contribution grant: April 30, 2024
Phase One
In Phase One, known as The Navigators Hackathon, commencing on October 9th, a five-week hackathon unfolds. Outstanding submissions during this period stand a chance to receive MINA token grants and a coveted 'Navigator' badge—a symbol of acceptance into the Navigators program. Those adorned with the badge qualify for Phase Two, engaging in monthly challenges to accrue grants.
Developers are tasked with constructing functional and efficient proof-of-concept applications and tooling for Mina. This endeavor aims to spotlight their ingenuity and technical prowess across diverse use cases on the Mina platform.
Judging involves a panel of seven individuals from the Mina ecosystem. For more comprehensive information regarding grants, submission criteria, and the judging process, the Navigators hub offers detailed insights.
Phase Two
In Phase Two, the Navigators embark on the Build and Learn-to-Earn journey (or, as they humorously term it, Navigate-to-Earn). This marks the initiation of the enjoyable phase. Post-hackathon, Navigators engage in collaborative efforts, either on their personal projects or those of their peers from the hackathon. Their active participation in a 6-month series of challenges positions them to earn monthly grants, facilitating an accelerated learning experience on ZK, Mina, and o1js.
Phase Three
As Phase Three unfolds, the Navigators, having invested six months of unwavering dedication and hard work, seize the opportunity to present their contributions. A panel of community electors becomes the discerning audience, evaluating these endeavors for the coveted grand prizes of MINA grants. Notably, these prizes distinguish themselves by being non-project-specific, emphasizing individual contributions spread across various projects and GitHub repositories.