Roadmap to Finding a $$$ Job in Web3
1. Understand the Basics of Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies
- What to Learn: Learn how blockchain works, the concept of decentralization, and the fundamentals of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
- Resources:
- Bitcoin Whitepaper for foundational concepts.
- Coursera/EdX courses like “Blockchain Basics” by the University at Buffalo.
- Platforms like CryptoZombies (learn to code smart contracts).
- YouTube!
2. Learn About Web 3 Concepts
- Key Areas:
- Smart contracts and decentralized applications (DApps).
- Tokenomics: Understand how tokens function in the ecosystem.
- Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs).
- Resources:
- Web3 University for hands-on guides.
- FreeCodeCamp’s Web3 tutorials.
3. Gain Hands-On Experience with Development Tools
- What to Explore:
- Ethereum development: Solidity, Web3.js, or ethers.js.
- Frameworks like Hardhat or Truffle for smart contract testing.
- Decentralized storage platforms like IPFS.
- Resources:
- Build a DApp using Solidity and deploy it on Ethereum or Polygon.
- Use Remix IDE for smart contract development.
4. Understand Industry Trends
- Stay Updated:
- Read whitepapers for trending projects like Ethereum, Polkadot, or Solana.
- Follow Web 3 thought leaders on Twitter and LinkedIn.
- Join communities: Reddit’s r/cryptocurrency , Telegram or Discord groups for Web 3 projects.
5. Explore Job-Specific Skills
- Roles in Web 3:
- Developer: Smart contract and DApp development.
- Analyst: Understanding data from blockchain explorers.
- Community Manager: Educating and engaging with crypto communities.
- Focus Areas:
- Learn GraphQL for querying blockchain data (e.g., The Graph protocol).
- Contribute to open-source blockchain projects on GitHub.
6. Work on Personal or Open-Source Projects
- Build and showcase a simple Web 3 project, like a decentralized voting app or an NFT marketplace.
- Contribute to Web 3 open-source repositories to gain hands-on experience and network.
7. Certifications and Networking
- Get certifications, e.g., Certified Blockchain Developer from Blockchain Council.
- Attend Web 3 hackathons, such as ETHGlobal events, to meet potential employers and collaborators.
Want to get into DeFi yield and airdrop farming? Don’t have time? Don’t know where to start?
Join our newsletter and private group of 300+ DeFi farmers for simple, top 5-minute yield opportunities — plus get our 400+ airdrop database as a bonus!
Roadmap to Finding a $$$ Job in Web3 was originally published in The Capital on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.
