The Ethereum Protocol Fellowship (EPF) is a program designed to cut back the barrier to entry for builders fascinated with engaged on the core protocol. As core developer (and EPF creator) Piper Merriam likes to say, the door is comically huge open. EPF helps you stroll by it.
Over the previous two cohorts, one of the vital frequent request we have obtained from candidates & contributors was for higher onboarding supplies. Josh and Mario, the coordinators of the EPF, are excited to announce the launch of the EPF examine group (EPFsg): a ten week training sequence supposed as a precursor to the Ethereum Protocol Fellowship (the fifth cohort is coming 🔜). EPFsg has been designed to information and develop the following technology of Ethereum core builders and supply a deep understanding of Ethereum’s inside mechanics.
Bridging the Hole
Understanding the Ethereum protocol is a posh, however vital, endeavor. The examine group goals to bridge the hole by providing a curriculum centered on all components of the Ethereum stack & roadmap.
Ethereum Protocol Research Program Overview
Program Particulars
The EPF examine group is a reside webinar-style program, consisting of two phases. The primary section, which is able to consist of 1 90 minute class per week, will likely be centered on a common overview of the underlying construction of Ethereum. Within the latter section, college students will select between the analysis or improvement tracks (or each). Every monitor could have its personal weekly 90 minute class and will likely be a deep dive into the chosen subject.
In the course of the examine group, college students will achieve a greater understanding of Ethereum’s core protocol, diving into subjects that embody:
- Protocol design
- Execution and Consensus layer structure, specs, and implementations
- Testing strategies and instruments
- Present analysis and roadmap objects:
- Verkle bushes
- Sharding
- MEV
- Proof of stake enhancements
- State and historical past expiry
Every on-line session will likely be led by present core dev and researchers from numerous shopper groups and analysis teams, include pre-meeting studying supplies to get you acquainted with the subject and terminology and post-meeting actions to strengthen and solidify your understanding.
Moreover, college students will collaboratively develop a complete wiki, serving as an evolving data base for present and future core builders. It will present college students with sensible expertise in contributing to open supply sources, whereas gaining invaluable expertise in documentation and community-driven improvement.
Who’s Protocol Research for?
Whereas this program is designed to behave as a precursor to the Ethereum Protocol Fellowship, this examine group is for anybody that’s fascinated with studying extra concerning the inside workings of the Ethereum Protocol. People who have common data or use of Ethereum and/or blockchains in addition to those who have some pc science, technical, or developer expertise will get probably the most from this program.
Register for the Ethereum Protocol Fellowship study group here.
— Josh Davis & Mario Havel | EPF Coordination
