ICP Global R&D — Hello, self-writing internet
Celebrate the return of our monthly ICP Global R&D Watch & Network (back after the July pause), your monthly gathering to connect with developers, Web3 enthusiasts, and curious minds! Whether you’re deeply involved with the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) or just starting your blockchain journey, this event is the perfect opportunity to stay updated, share ideas, and build meaningful connections within the ICP and Web3 community.
We will stream the DFINITY Global R&D Meeting on the big screen, then spotlight Caffeine AI, a prompt-to-app builder that turns plain-English prompts into running apps end-to-end on ICP. We won’t just try it, we will make apps together with a quick intro, live demo, and hands-on pods you can try during the evening. And yes, BBQ, snacks & drinks to keep the conversations (and keyboards) going. 🍖
What is the Global R&D Meeting?
The DFINITY Foundation invites you to the Global R&D Meeting, held every 4 weeks on Wednesdays. This is an excellent opportunity to hear about R&D updates, watch demos, and explore how to get involved in the Internet Computer Protocol ecosystem.
What to Expect
🎥 Live stream: DFINITY Global R&D (latest ICP updates & demos)
⚡ Caffeine AI mini-session: watch a prompt become a working app
🧪 Hands-on pods: jump onto a station, clone/tweak, and ship something small and demo it.
🍖 BBQ, snacks & drinks in a friendly, after-work vibe
🤝 Meet builders & devs: relaxed networking, drinks & light snacks.
Agenda
🕔 5:00 – 5:30 PM: Arrival & Welcome Networking
Grab a drink, settle in, meet the crew.
🎥 5:30 – 6:30 PM: DFINITY Global R&D (Live Stream)
Latest ICP updates & demos.
🍖⚡🧪 6:30 – 8:30 PM: BBQ + Caffeine AI Mini-Intro, Live Demo & Hands-On Pods (rolling)
Eat, watch a quick demo, and try Caffeine at the stations.
🗳️ 8:30 – 9:00 PM: Lightning Share-outs
Short showcases of Apps built and community vote.
🤝 9:00 – 10:00 PM: Open Networking & Close
Swap takeaways, find collaborators, wind down.
Notes: Bring a laptop if you want to follow along (not required).
Event Partners:
This event is proudly brought to you by Aviate Labs, Allusion, and ICP Belgium.
About ICP Belgium
ICP Belgium is a community hub dedicated to supporting developers, enthusiasts, and professionals passionate about the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) and Web3. Our mission is to foster collaboration, innovation, and growth within the blockchain ecosystem in Belgium.
What is ICP?
The Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) is a groundbreaking blockchain technology developed by the DFINITY Foundation that transforms the internet into a global, decentralized compute platform. By enabling smart contracts (canisters) to run at web speed and scale without centralized servers, ICP allows developers to create a wide range of applications directly on the blockchain. Learn more on the official Internet Computer website.
What is Caffeine AI?
Caffeine AI is a self-writing apps platform—humans build through conversation, and the system generates and deploys working apps, designed around an AI-native stack. In short: prompt → app → live on ICP.
Read the manifesto (“Hello, self-writing internet.”)
Learn more & apply for access (invite codes are being released on a rolling basis).