Invisible Garden Chiang Mai
A Groundbreaking Journey
in Ethereum and ZKP Development

Ethereum and ZKP dev city #0
THaILAND
30 SEP - 10 NOV, 2024

Invisible Garden’s first chapter in Chiang Mai has concluded, leaving behind a legacy of innovation, collaboration, and transformative growth. Over six weeks, Invisible Garden turned Chiang Mai’s vibrant Nimman district into a hub for cutting-edge blockchain and ZKP technology development. With a clear mission to foster public goods and empower builders, Invisible Garden successfully combined education, culture, and community to create a uniquely impactful experience. We are delighted to share with you the achievements and experiences of these six weeks.

What is Invisible Garden?
A university for devs with world-class mentorsA 6-week intensive hacker houseA pop-up dev city with cutting-edge innovationA community fostering deep, lasting connectionsA Singapore-registered NGO dedicated to Public Goods

‍What is NOT Invisible Garden?
‍A Crypto Holiday with no tangible outcomes.

A Diverse Community of Builders

‍Invisible Garden received 830 applications from developers around the globe, ultimately accepting 160 passionate individuals, including 80 on-site participants from over 15 countries. Through intensive mentorship and collaboration, nearly 70 builders successfully graduated, delivering impactful projects and conducting meaningful research, all contributing to the growth of the Ethereum ecosystem.

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‍Workshops

‍83 workshops covering Solidity, ZKP, MPC, and more. Delivered by 40+ top-tier mentors from EF, PSE, and other leading organizations.

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‍Impactful Projects and Research
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‍34 open-source projects submitted, with 21 of them graduated receiving an average score of over 3 from the mentors. Topics included dapp, ZKapp, ZK biometric authentication, end-to-end encrypted voice chats, and more.
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‍World-Class Mentorship

‍Over 40 mentors from top organizations like the Ethereum Foundation, PSE, SECBIT, and more. These experts led workshops, bootcamps, and one-on-one sessions, covering topics from Solidity fundamentals to advanced ZKP compilers and MPC. Their guidance empowered builders to deepen their knowledge and refine their skills.

Invisible Garden Fellowship
After rigorous selection, we’re thrilled to introduce our 16 Academic Fellows and more Honorary Fellows who have demonstrated exceptional commitment and innovation during their time at IG.
🎉Congratulations to all Fellows! 🥂 Let’s continue building a brighter future for Ethereum and ZKP together.

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Invisible Garden Fellows

John Kaller

John Kaller

Started my first company in 2019 in China and became a builder within the blockchain space around 3 years ago with a current focus on onchain games. ZKPs sparked my curiosity which led to me actively researching them at invisible garden and working at Nethermind as an intern on Stwo and Stone for 3 months. My own project is called PixeLAW aiming to build a digital and programmable pixel playground on Starknet.

Daily Vibe

At Invisible Garden, every day is a seamless blend of learning, building, connecting, and fostering community. Weekdays typically begin with engaging workshops and bootcamps, where developers dive deep into Ethereum, ZKP, and cutting-edge blockchain technologies under the guidance of world-class mentors. Every weekday, participants are required to be onsite for 6 hours – It is all about building—participants collaborate in teams, tackling real-world problems and developing open-source projects. With a strong emphasis on innovation, these sessions are a hub of creativity and focus.

Evenings are dedicated to connection and community. From casual networking over shared meals to thought-provoking discussions and game nights, participants form meaningful, long-lasting relationships. Weekends often feature outdoor activities like hiking or exploring local culture, fostering a sense of camaraderie beyond the workspace.

Invisible Garden is not just about coding—it’s about cultivating a vibrant, inclusive community where builders inspire and empower each other.

Shout out to Sponsors

None of this would have been possible without the incredible support of Invisible Garden’s sponsors. Invisible Garden ’s sponsors not only provided generous support but also enriched the experience with insightful workshops, sharing valuable knowledge and expertise with our builders. We are deeply grateful for their contributions!

Shout out to community partner

Invisible Garden’s community partners were a true celebration of connection and collaboration, fostering meaningful exchanges and cooperation within the Ethereum ecosystem. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to making these moments unforgettable! Together, we’ve strengthened bonds across the Ethereum community.

Invisible Garden’s journey in Chiang Mai has been nothing short of transformative. From fostering groundbreaking projects to building a community that thrives on collaboration and innovation, we’ve set the foundation for a brighter future in Ethereum and ZKP. But this is just the beginning.

As we look ahead to our next chapter in Costa Rica, we carry the lessons, relationships, and achievements of Chiang Mai with us. We will share more information soon, stay tuned!

Thank you to all our builders, mentors, sponsors, and partners for making this vision a reality. See you in Costa Rica—where the journey continues! 🌍🌱
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