Road to Devcon VIII India - PUNE Edition
Devcon is coming to India. This is where your journey begins.
Road to Devcon is a community meetup designed to help you discover what Devcon is, why it matters, and how you can become a part of the world's largest gathering of the Ethereum ecosystem.
Whether you're a student taking your first steps into Ethereum, an experienced builder, a founder, researcher, designer, or simply curious about Web3, this session will give you a complete introduction to Devcon VIII India and the opportunities that come with it.
More importantly, you'll get to explore a side of Devcon that many people never hear about.
Agenda:
🕡 06:50 PM - Doors Open & Networking
Grab your badge, settle in, and connect with fellow builders, students, researchers, and Ethereum enthusiasts before we kick things off.
🎤 07:00 PM - Welcome & Opening Note
Speaker: Akash Kshirsagar
A brief introduction to ETH Pune, Road to Devcon, and what to expect from the evening.
🌍 07:10 PM - What is Devcon & How Anyone Can Participate
Speaker: Pandit Dhamdhere
Curious about Devcon but not sure where to start? Learn what makes Devcon Ethereum's flagship conference, how it differs from Devconnect, and discover the many ways anyone—from students to developers, designers, researchers, and creators - can get involved through scholarships, volunteering, speaking, contributing, and more.
🚀 07:40 PM - Lessons from Devcon & Devconnect
Speaker: Rushikesh Kale
Hear firsthand stories, practical insights, and memorable experiences from attending previous Devcon and Devconnect events. Learn what to expect, how to prepare, and how to make the most of your first Devcon.
🎭 08:00 PM - Inside the Culture of Devcon
Speaker: Aakash Jaiswal
Go beyond the technical talks and explore the creative heart of Devcon. This session dives into the music stage, community art, open-source creative initiatives, and how anyone can contribute to Devcon's cultural ecosystem. We'll also explore programmable music and why it has become one of the most exciting experiences at Devcon. Aakash serves on the Core Committee of the Devcon Music Stage and will share insights into the intersection of Web3, music, culture, and community-driven collaboration.
🤝 08:30 PM - Networking & Community Hangout
Meet fellow attendees, continue the conversations, ask questions to the speakers, and connect with Pune's growing Ethereum community over refreshments.
🚪 09:00 PM - Event Concludes
Thanks for joining us! We hope to see you at future ETH Pune events and at Devcon VIII in Mumbai.
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Who Should Attend?
* Developers
* Students
* Researchers
* Founders
* Designers
* Community Builders
* Creators
* Ethereum Enthusiasts
* Anyone curious about Devcon and the Ethereum ecosystem
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🎤 Speakers: Announcing Soon
📍 Venue: Redbrick Offices - Pavillion Mall
🕒 Time: 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
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