๐ 17-year-old Ishaana Misraโs contributions to Bitcoin Core earn her Chaincode Labs' inaugural Bitcoin Scholarship.
In an inspiring story of innovation and determination, Ishaana Misra, just 17 years old, has made history as the youngest contributor to Bitcoin Core. Recognizing her extraordinary talent, Chaincode Labs, a Bitcoin research and development hub in New York City, has awarded her its first-ever Bitcoin Scholarship. ๐
Selected from a competitive pool of 232 applicants ๐, Misra will have her academic expenses covered for a year, with the option to renew annually throughout her undergraduate studies.
๐ฅ Fostering the Next Generation of Developers
Adam Jonas, CEO of Chaincode Labs, shared the motivation behind the scholarship:
โThis initiative is about encouraging young people to explore careers in Bitcoin open source development. We want to provide both financial support ๐ฐ for education and hands-on experience in contributing to Bitcoinโs growth.โ
๐ป From Novice to Core Contributor
Misraโs programming journey began at the age of 12. By the time she entered high school, she had already immersed herself in the Bitcoin whitepaper ๐, progressing from running a node to contributing code to Bitcoin Core. Her determination and self-taught expertise in C++ have made her a respected figure in the developer community.
Reflecting on her experiences, Misra said, โIโm usually the youngest at Bitcoin developer meetups, but Iโve learned that your work speaks louder than your age. If youโre passionate and dedicated, people will take you seriously.โ ๐ช
This achievement not only highlights Misraโs talent but also paves the way for more young minds ๐ฑ to explore and contribute to the ever-evolving world of $BTC Bitcoin. ๐
