Now the journey continues……

Costa Rica Theme

Building on our focus from Chiang Mai, Costa Rica will emphasize four key areas:

• Smart Contract Development (Solidity)
• Zero Knowledge Proofs (ZK)
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Cybersecurity

Structure

• 1 Kickoff week: 21th April - 27th April, Hybrid: online + on-site
• 4 Core weeks: 28th April - 25th May
• 1 Closing Week: 26th May - 31th May, optional, in different location

Capacity:

50 developers

Program Highlights:

Daily workshops, hands-on mentorship, hackathons, and demo days

Commitment:

Developers will participate in six core working hours per weekday, ensuring a focus on impactful learning and collaboration.

Goals

50+ Open-Source Projects:

Continuing the momentum from Chiang Mai, we aim to foster the creation of innovative and impactful projects.

Real-World Solutions:

Focus on building applications that address pressing global issues, driving mass adoption of Ethereum and ZK technologies.

Why Costa Rica?

Costa Rica was chosen not just for its breathtaking scenery but for its potential to unite global and regional Web3 communities. Here's why this location is special:

• Exclusive Resort: A beachfront heaven, providing an inspirational and serene environment for creativity and productivity.
• Cultural Connection: Engage with the thriving Web3 ecosystems across North and Latin America, building bridges between diverse communities.
• Strategic Importance: Strengthen ties with American Web3 communities, expand Ethereum and ZKP education, and cultivate a global ecosystem of builders connected through Invisible Garden.

What can you gain?

• Six-Week Pop-Up Dev City: Immerse yourself in an inspiring environment for a minimum of two weeks, surrounded by like-minded builders.
• Top Mentorship: Learn directly from world-class mentors in Ethereum, ZKP, AI, and Cybersecurity.
• Collaborative Housing: Share the Invisible Garden Builder’s House and work alongside an international community.
• Generous Scholarships: Access one of 50 scholarships, including first-prize scholarships covering 5 weeks of free accommodation.

Global Network: Build lasting, meaningful connections in a diverse and international community.

Who Can Apply?

We’re looking for passionate individuals who meet the following criteria:

• Solidity Knowledge: Basic understanding of Solidity programming; experience in developing smart contracts is a plus.
• Web3 Familiarity: Awareness of blockchain, smart contracts, and decentralized applications.
• Cryptography Understanding: Basic knowledge of cryptographic applications, including ZKP and MPC.
• Commitment to Public Goods: A strong passion for contributing to projects that benefit the broader ecosystem.

Be Part of the Journey

Invisible Garden Costa Rica is shaping up to be an extraordinary opportunity to learn, build, and connect. Whether you are a mentor, sponsor, developer, or community, we invite you to join us and make a lasting impact.

Invisible Garden, Costa Rica 2025  - Mentor Application | Mentorship & Speakers https://forms.gle/6pxDVKb2ZnsjgSKy8

Welcome sponsors to join us on this exciting journey and help us eliminate financial obstacles for promising talents, shaping the future of blockchain together :

Sponsor Interest form

Developer Application: TBD, stay tuned!

Donations are welcome! Please send to the multi-sig address (Optimism network only—funds sent on other networks will be lost) : 0x5F48621B7cF4F8E256AF7A4Ee070C23a0e6ae928

Follow us on Twitter for updates: https://x.com/invisiblgarden

Join our Telegram group: https://t.me/invgarannounce

For more information and to apply, please visit Invisible.garden

Stay tuned for updates, and let’s build a brighter, decentralized future together! 🌟