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Join us for an evening of lightning talks and deep discussions on DeFi protocol design. Local builders will present their latest projects, followed by an open Q&A session where experienced developers share insights on building composable financial protocols. Whether you're building a lending protocol or exploring new AMM designs, this is your chance to get feedback from the Tbilisi Ethereum community.

An interactive session exploring the cutting edge of account abstraction. We'll walk through real ERC-4337 implementations, discuss the latest developments in smart wallet UX, and brainstorm how AA will reshape Ethereum's user experience. Bring your laptop — we'll be doing live coding exercises with Pimlico's SDK and testing gasless transactions in real-time.

Explore the rapidly evolving Ethereum Layer 2 landscape. This workshop covers the technical differences between optimistic and ZK rollups, hands-on deployment to Optimism and Arbitrum, and a panel discussion on the future of L2s. You'll leave with contracts deployed on multiple L2s and a clear understanding of which rollup architecture best fits different use cases.

Community gathering focused on DAO tooling and governance innovation. We'll hear from builders working on new voting mechanisms, delegation frameworks, and treasury management tools. This is a collaborative session — bring your governance challenges and ideas, and work alongside fellow builders to sketch solutions. Light refreshments and networking to follow.

A practical deep-dive into smart contract security testing methodologies. We'll cover fuzz testing, symbolic execution, and formal verification with hands-on exercises using Foundry, Echidna, and Certora. Security researchers from the community will share recent findings and discuss emerging attack vectors. Ideal for developers who want to level up their security practices.

Monthly community meetup featuring three lightning talks from local builders, followed by open networking. This month's theme is 'Building in Public' — speakers will share their development journey, technical challenges, and lessons learned from shipping Web3 products. Free pizza, drinks, and plenty of time to connect with Tbilisi's growing Ethereum community.

Comprehensive workshop on NFT standards and their evolving use cases. We'll go beyond basic ERC-721 to explore ERC-6551 token-bound accounts, dynamic metadata, and on-chain generative art. Participants will build and deploy an advanced NFT collection with custom rendering logic. Perfect for artists and developers interested in the creative side of Ethereum.

Hands-on hackathon prep session and team formation event. If you're planning to participate in upcoming hackathons, this is where you find teammates, refine ideas, and get mentorship from experienced hackathon winners. We'll cover hackathon strategy, rapid prototyping techniques, and how to build a compelling demo in 48 hours.

Exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence and blockchain technology. We'll discuss on-chain AI inference, decentralized training networks, and how AI agents can interact with smart contracts autonomously. Featuring demos of the latest AI x Crypto projects and a workshop on building your first on-chain AI agent using existing frameworks.

A masterclass on blockchain data analytics for builders and researchers. Learn to query on-chain data using Dune Analytics and The Graph, build custom dashboards to track protocol metrics, and use data-driven insights to improve your dApp's user experience. We'll analyze real protocol data and uncover insights that inform better product decisions.

Deep technical session on MEV (Maximal Extractable Value) and its impact on Ethereum users. We'll trace real MEV transactions on-chain, build a simple arbitrage bot for educational purposes, and discuss the latest MEV protection mechanisms including Flashbots Protect, MEV Blocker, and order flow auctions. Come ready to explore the dark forest.

Privacy on Ethereum — current state and future directions. This session covers stealth addresses, encrypted mempools, and zero-knowledge proof applications for privacy. We'll examine the regulatory landscape, discuss the balance between transparency and privacy, and build a simple privacy-preserving payment system. Open discussion on what privacy means in a public blockchain context.

Weekly study group session focusing on the Ethereum Yellow Paper and protocol-level concepts. This week we're covering the EVM execution model, gas mechanics, and the state trie. Whether you're preparing for a core developer role or just want a deeper understanding of how Ethereum works under the hood, join us for collaborative learning and discussion.

Exploring real-world applications of zero-knowledge proofs beyond scaling. We'll cover ZK identity verification, private voting systems, and verifiable computation. Hands-on workshop building a ZK proof-of-membership system that can verify set inclusion without revealing the member's identity. Suitable for intermediate developers with basic cryptography knowledge.

Career and ecosystem panel discussion: 'Making a Living in Web3.' Hear from full-time protocol developers, grant recipients, freelance auditors, and DAO contributors about their career paths in Ethereum. We'll cover salary expectations, remote work dynamics, grant application tips, and how to build a reputation in the ecosystem. Q&A and networking session follows.