Have you ever wondered why more and more developers and entrepreneurs are no longer satisfied with traditional Web2 and are turning to Web3? Or maybe you have been curious about how the projects at hackathons go from ideas to real implementation? Here, Tintinland will take you into the mental journey of several young developers, listen to their real experiences of transitioning from Web2 to Web3, explore how to stand out in the challenging competition at hackathons, and gain not only technological breakthroughs, but also stories of self-growth.
🔥 Treap: A Journey from 0 to 1 for New Web3 Developers
Treap, a junior student with a double degree in financial engineering and computer science at Wuhan University, began his journey of self-taught programming at the age of 9. After participating in informatics competitions and algorithm awards in high school, Treap set his sights on the world of Web3. From being exposed to blockchain development in early 2023 to gradually gaining a foothold, his growth footprint has been full of challenges and persistence. He mentioned: "I have always believed that as a pioneer of Web3, we will inevitably go through a period of time when no one cares about us or even misunderstood. But it was this period of time that shaped my deep feelings for Web3."
Wuhan University Web3 Club
As the president of Wuhan University Web3 Club, Treap has personally experienced the difficult process of building the club from scratch. He shared: "In the beginning, we only had two or three people participating in the activities, and we even faced cold reception. At that time, the scale of the club was very small, and the activities seemed a bit isolated. But I always believed that we were on the right path." Through unremitting efforts and beliefs, Wuhan University Web3 Club has gradually grown and attracted more and more students to join. The club has not only become a Web3 cultural dissemination position on campus, but also established connections with external Web3 communities, successfully held a number of joint activities, and broadened its influence.
Breakthrough at the hackathon: the birth of the NoSandwichSwap project
In 2024, Treap led the team to participate in the Polkadot Hackathon and successfully won the third place in the global finals. The project " NoSandwichSwap " was inspired by his need to avoid MEV (maximum extractable value) attacks. After several months of hard work, they turned this concept into an actual demo. "This competition allowed me to experience not only development, but also the challenges of being a product manager. Although we delivered an excellent work, looking back, I know my shortcomings in team management and communication." Treap said frankly that in future cooperation, he will pay more attention to the psychological feelings and mental state of team members.
Web3 Entrepreneurship: The Relationship between Belief and Product
When talking about his experience of Web3 entrepreneurship, Treap believes that the key to success lies in delivering beliefs rather than simply products. "Web3 is an industry that allows young people to start businesses quickly. Although success brings huge benefits, failure will not destroy everything." He emphasized that Web3 products are not only the crystallization of technology, but also the carrier of beliefs. As he said, "Products are the sustenance of beliefs. Good products can naturally conquer the hearts of users and make them willing to pay for their beliefs." Through his entrepreneurial experience in Web3, Treap not only gradually accumulated wealth, but also opened a restaurant on the campus of Wuhan University, further demonstrating the infinite possibilities that Web3 brings to young people.
Summary: Web3 is not just technology, it is also a resonance of youth
Treap has always maintained a firm belief on this challenging Web3 entrepreneurial journey: "Web3 is not just about loving the jumping candlesticks, flashing codes and wealth myths, it also represents a group of peers who are exploring the unknown and finding themselves." He believes that Web3 can not only shape his future, but also provide a brand new stage for more young people, helping them break away from internal circulation and embrace the dual opportunities of wealth and self-growth.
🌱 Liu Dong: Tired of traditional Web2 development, how he seeks the wilderness in the Web3 industry
Liu Dong was a Java development engineer who worked diligently in a traditional enterprise and had accumulated a lot of development experience. However, the busy work pace, frequent overtime and business trips made him feel exhausted. So Liu Dong decided to quit his stable job and began to seek career transformation. By chance, he found many remote work opportunities in the Web3 field on Dianya.com. He was deeply attracted by its freedom and flexibility and finally decided to embark on the journey of learning Web3 technology.
Fresh experiences and challenges brought by Web3
For Liu Dong, the arrival of Web3 has completely changed his way of working and living. He is no longer bound by the traditional development of sitting in the office, and bids farewell to meaningless overtime and frequent business trips, which makes him feel relaxed physically and mentally. The decentralized nature of Web3 also makes Liu Dong deeply excited, because the transparency of blockchain allows him to experience an unprecedented sense of fairness at work. Unlike the database development of Web2, the lightweight and decentralized design of Web3 has made a qualitative leap in his technology stack. Moreover, the rapid iteration of Web3 technology and the choice of different ecosystems give him more freedom, allowing him to choose projects according to his personal interests and constantly try new technologies.
Challenges and fun things to learn about Ethereum
Liu Dong's journey to learn Web3 was not smooth. When he first started learning Ethereum Solidity, he encountered many challenges. As a programmer with a traditional development background, he often relied on databases to store and process data, but in the blockchain world, data is stored in a decentralized manner, which made him feel a little disconnected. It was not until he began to use tools such as etherscan to find data on the chain that he gradually adapted to and believed in this new way of data management. In the development of smart contracts, he also realized that decentralization and transparency are both advantages and risks. Once a security vulnerability or problem occurs, the consequences can be very serious, which puts higher demands on developers, especially during security audits.
From hackathon to startup, every step counts
Although he has taken two steps on the road to Web3, Liu Dong still feels that he is in the early stages of his career development. His next plan is to participate in hackathons to verify his technical level and meet like-minded partners. Liu Dong does not have a fixed answer for the future direction of entrepreneurship. He hopes to discuss with team members to determine the direction of the project. Although he has a strong interest in the Rust language and may develop Rust-related blockchain technologies in the future, he does not intend to give up Ethereum and will continue to pay attention to the development of this ecosystem.
In general, Liu Dong’s Web3 journey is full of challenges and opportunities. He looks forward to continuously improving his technical capabilities through continuous learning and practice, and finding like-minded partners on the future entrepreneurial path to create a new world.
🛫Yang Jinghui: Multi-party support for project incubation, personal experience of Web3 startups
Yang Jinghui's transformation was not achieved overnight. After being exposed to blockchain technology, he developed a strong interest in its decentralized characteristics and innovative potential. In his view, blockchain can not only improve work efficiency and reduce costs, but also increase the security of digital applications. The rapid development of this technology requires developers to continue learning in order to truly master its advantages and disadvantages and apply them to innovative projects. While overcoming the confusion and challenges of beginners, Yang Jinghui gradually gained a deep understanding of the basic principles of blockchain and its application in various industries through systematic learning and practical experience.
The practical path of technological exploration and innovative application
After founding Shangbi Technology, Yang Jinghui turned his interest in blockchain into practice and devoted himself to the field of digital asset verification and privacy protection. His project combines blockchain with zero-knowledge proof and AI technology to promote the safe and efficient development of digital asset management. In order to further promote the project, Yang Jinghui actively participated in various hackathons and technological innovation competitions, which not only broadened his horizons, but also provided valuable industry feedback and optimization opportunities. "Every competition and event allows me to be exposed to the latest technology and creativity, helping me discover the shortcomings of the project and continuously improve it." He said that the core of Web3 is not only to provide services to ecological users, but also to solve the actual needs of the public, so that more people can experience the value brought by this technology.
Building Web3 applications for the masses
Yang Jinghui's entrepreneurial journey does not stop here. He is full of expectations for the future of Web3 technology. "I hope to see more Web3 projects for the general public, especially applications that can solve practical problems." He believes that the key to developing technology is to deeply understand its essence and make innovative designs based on actual needs. "Technology must have a wide range of application value to reflect its true potential in different scenarios." Yang Jinghui continues to learn and understand the technology in emerging fields, strives to grasp the combination of different technologies, and lays a solid foundation for the further development of the project.
Yang Jinghui not only pursues technological innovation in his own projects, but also actively communicates and learns with industry experts, and participates in various activities, lectures and hackathons to enhance his technical vision and industry cognition. For him, entrepreneurship is not only about developing technology, but also about solving practical problems through technology and allowing more people to benefit from it. He firmly believes that only through continuous learning and practice can we stand out in the rapid development of Web3 and truly bring out the value of technology.
📔From hackathons to entrepreneurship, from technological breakthroughs to market applications, the stories of these young developers show the infinite possibilities of the Web3 world. What about you? Have you ever felt the passion to explore the unknown in the torrent of technology? Have you ever thought about finding your own stage in this emerging field? Xiao T really wants to hear your thoughts! How do you think Web3 technology will change our lives in the future? Or, have you already embarked on the road of Web3, what challenges and growth have you experienced?
