NEAR Certified Researcher by The NEAR Research Collective
Understand The Fundamentals of Blockchain, Web3, and NEAR Protocol
The NEAR Certified Researcher course equips participants with foundational blockchain knowledge, focusing on practical Web3 skills with applied NEAR Protocol experiences. It’s designed to teach learners how to earn by becoming proficient blockchain researchers.
From The Basics To The Finer Details
Learning Objectives & Outcomes
The NEAR Certified Researcher course is designed to immerse participants in essential Web3 research areas. Over ten weeks, learners delve into topics such as DeFi, NFTs, gaming, and fundamental cryptography; equipping them with the insights needed to analyze and engage with Web3 applications through a researcher’s lens.
100% Virtual
Join the NEAR Certified Researcher course from your phone, computer, or tablet weekly on Telegram.
Explore Web3 Topics
Engaging weekly lectures on cutting-edge blockchain and decentralized technology.
Connect with Experts
Learn from industry-leading guest lecturers during the course.
Earn While You Learn
Opportunities to earn through various blockchain initiatives.
NEAR Certified Researcher
Course Syllabus
Course Duration – 10 weeks + 4
- Start Date: February 28, 2024
- End Date: May 8, 2024
- Final Project Submission Deadline: June 5, 2024
Class Schedule
- Frequency: Weekly, every Wednesday
- Time: 2 PM UTC | 9 AM EST | 10 AM AST
- Last Lecture: May 8, 2024
- Final Project Hand-in: On or after June 5, 2024
Office Hours
- Frequency: Weekly, Fridays
- Time: 3 PM UTC | 10 AM EST | 11 AM AST
- Platform: NEAR Research Collective Telegram: NCR thread
Module 1: Introduction to Blockchain and NEAR Protocol
Class 1 (February 28, 2024): Foundations of Blockchain and NEAR Protocol.
Introduction to blockchain technology and the NEAR Protocol, concluding with practical exercises in wallet and BOS profile setup.
Class 2 (March 6, 2024): Methods for Blockchain Data Retrieval.
Exploration of tools such as nearblocks.io, pikespeak.ai, and CLI calls to public RPC. Guest lecture by the Pikespeak Team.
Module 2: Data Transformation and Visualization
Class 3 (March 13, 2024): Data Transformation and Visualization Techniques.
Utilization of GPT-4 for data visualization, with a case study focusing on transforming EasyPoll data.
Class 4 (March 20, 2024): Advanced Data Analysis Techniques with AI.
Introduction to advanced AI tools for complex data analysis for research.
Module 3: Specialized Topics in Blockchain
Class 5 (March 27, 2024): Identifying Potential Research Topics.
A brainstorming session to discuss and identify potential research topics.
Class 6 (April 3, 2024): Governance in Blockchain.
Examination of governance models, case studies, and data-driven insights.
Class 7 (April 10, 2024): Decentralized Finance (DeFi).
Exploration of smart contracts, liquidity pools, and other DeFi mechanisms.
Class 8 (April 17, 2024): Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs).
Analysis of market trends, valuation models, and data-driven insights.
Class 9 (April 24, 2024): Blockchain in Gaming.
Study of monetization strategies, user engagement, and data analytics in blockchain-based gaming.
Module 4: Advanced Research Topics
Introduction to cryptographic primitives and protocols.
Class 11 (May 8, 2024): Zero-Knowledge Proofs.
Exploration of the applications and limitations of zero-knowledge proofs.
Final Project & Certification
Final Project Submission Deadline: June 5, 2024
Weekly quizzes will be conducted on Easy Poll.
Certification will be issued as a community NFT minted to the participant’s account from the NRC DAO.
Start Your Learning Journey
Join On Telegram
Become an active member of the official NEAR Researcher Collective Telegram group, where classes are held weekly.
Register For Cohort 2
Register for the NEAR Certified Researcher course by clicking here.
Join The DAO as a Researcher
Join the NEAR Researcher Collective (NCR) DAO as a Researcher to participate. in community activities.
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