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Celo Builders

Whether you're just starting or are an experienced developer, Celo offers a variety of ways for you to engage and grow your projects.


Builders in the Celo Ecosystem

The Celo Builder Community is a global network of developers, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts dedicated to building a regenerative digital economy that promotes prosperity for all. By joining, you'll have the opportunity to create onchain apps and tools that drive financial inclusion and support sustainable development on a global scale.

How to Get Involved:

There are several ways to get started as a builder on Celo:

  1. Join the Builder Community: Connect with like-minded individuals on platforms like Discord and the Celo Forum. You'll find channels dedicated to everything from smart contract development to mobile-first dApp creation.

  2. Participate in Hackathons: Hackathons are an excellent way to challenge your skills, collaborate with other developers, and potentially win rewards for innovative solutions. Find ecosystem events on our community event platform.

  3. Contribute to Open Source Projects: You can contribute directly to Celo’s open-source codebase or build complementary projects.

  4. Learn through the Celo Academy: For those new to blockchain development, Celo Academy provides tutorials and courses that guide you from deploying your first contract to advanced topics.

  5. Apply for Grants: Celo has grants programs, like Prezenti and Celo Public Goods which supports projects that align with its mission to provide financial services to the next billion people.

  6. Apply for an Accelerator: Check out Celo Camp, the accelerator focused on the Celo ecosystem. If you are not yet at that stage, they also offer Startup Pathway a program, that leads you through your first steps to becoming a founder.

  7. Access Exclusive Resources: Register as a Celo Builder to gain access to resources and support available to active builders on Celo.