Introduction to Zcash : Bhopal Edition
Zcash India is coming to Oriental Institute Of Science and technology College Bhopal for its first-ever in-person developer event in the city.
The Department of Computer Science & Engineering (CSE), Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (OIST), Bhopal, in collaboration with Zcash India, is organizing a Bootcamp on "Zero-Knowledge Proofs and Privacy-Preserving Blockchain Development."
If you're curious about zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs), financial privacy, and the opportunities available for developers in the Zcash ecosystem, this bootcamp is designed for you.
No prior blockchain experience is required—just curiosity and a willingness to learn.
What You'll Learn 🔐 Zcash 101 — Understanding the Privacy Layer
Get a beginner-friendly introduction to Zcash:
What Zcash is and why it matters How shielded transactions work Why zero-knowledge proofs are one of the most important breakthroughs in modern cryptography
No unnecessary jargon—just clear explanations with practical examples.
⚡ Zero-Knowledge Proofs for Developers
Learn the core concepts behind zero-knowledge proofs and understand how they power technologies like Zcash, zkSync, Polygon zkEVM, and other next-generation Web3 infrastructure.
Build a strong foundation before diving into advanced blockchain development.
🚀 Opportunities in the Zcash Ecosystem
Discover how you can become part of the global Zcash community through:
Open-source contributions Developer bounties Community Grants Hackathons Ecosystem programs
Learn how students can contribute to real-world privacy technology, build impactful projects, and earn rewards through the ecosystem.
👨💻 Hands-on Wallet Setup
Every attendee will create a Zcash shielded wallet during the workshop.
You'll leave with:
A working wallet Your first shielded transaction on the testnet Practical, hands-on experience
💰 $`150 Exclusive Developer Bounty
A `$150 bounty pool is available exclusively for event participants.
Challenge details, rules, and submission guidelines will be announced during the session, with winners receiving rewards in ZEC.
🎁 Official Goodies
Participants will receive exclusive Zcash India merchandise and event goodies.
Come to learn, build, and take home something memorable.
Event Details
📅 Date: 13 July 2026
📍 Venue: Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (OIST), Bhopal
🎟️ Format: In-Person
✅ Eligibility: Open to Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) students
Who Should Attend?
This bootcamp is ideal for:
Computer Science and Engineering students interested in blockchain, cryptography, and privacy-preserving technologies Developers curious about zero-knowledge proofs and open-source development Students exploring genuine Web3 opportunities beyond speculation and trading Builders interested in grants, hackathons, and developer ecosystems Anyone who wants to understand why financial privacy matters and how modern cryptography makes it possible
About Zcash India
Zcash India is a grassroots developer community focused on building India's privacy layer. We organize educational initiatives, community bounties, developer workshops, and events across the country to connect Indian builders with the global Zcash ecosystem. After successful community growth online, we're bringing Zcash directly to students and developers through in-person events across India.
Bhopal is next.