Devconnect: Ethereum Ecosystem Gathers in Istanbul. ♦️
Ethereum's largest event, Devconnect, took place in Istanbul from November 13-19, 2023. Over 100 side events were organized by developer teams across Istanbul, attracting global participants.
Vitalik Buterin's Presence:
Ethereum's co-founder, Vitalik Buterin, delivered a speech titled "30 Minutes of Ethereum" during the ETHGünü on the first day, with approximately 2,000 attendees.
Cross-Chain Hacker's Den:
Hosted by Internet Computer (IC), this hackathon was a highlight of Devconnect, held at Masterpiece Maslak. Participants had the opportunity to develop on IC, covering topics like creating dApps on the chain, coding smart contracts on Bitcoin, and building cross-chain dApps.
Dominic Williams' Insights:
DFINITY's founder, Dominic Williams, emphasized ICP's features and advantages. Participants were tasked with developing dApps on the chain, fostering creativity with four different approaches.
Turkish Web3 Community Potential:
Williams expressed optimism about the Turkish Web3 community, highlighting the eagerness to work on new projects using ICP as a Web3 platform.
DevCon on the Horizon:
Devconnect concluded with anticipation for DevCon, the largest Ethereum ecosystem event. Istanbul is a top contender to host DevCon in 2025, with eyes set on becoming the primary candidate for the event in South Asia.
In summary, Devconnect in Istanbul showcased Ethereum's vibrancy, with Buterin's insights, a dynamic hackathon, and Williams' positive outlook on the Turkish Web3 community. The focus now shifts to the upcoming DevCon, with Istanbul positioned as a potential host in 2025.
