Embarking on a Web3 Career: A Simple Guide to Launching Your Path in the Decentralized Web.
Tags: beginners, web3, career, learning
Published: 2023-10-25 17:52:47

## INTRODUCTION 👋🏽
With the emergence of web3, we now have new and different technologies popping up. Technologies ranging from the blockchain, decentralized applications (Dapps), decentralized finance (DeFi), cryptocurrencies, DAOs and smart contracts. Each making the web a more decentralized and user-centric place.  

There are a couple of steps I believe can help you kickstart your career in web3. It doesn't matter if you are a beginner looking to break into the world of web3 or an experienced web2 developer, the steps still apply.

## 🧗🏽‍♂️ STEP 1: UNDERSTANDING THE FUNDAMENTALS 
Understanding the fundamentals is always key as it will help you in the long run. Take your time, go through resources, and familiarize yourself with the fundamental concepts. 
Resources I recommend for newbies in web3:

- [WhiteboardCrypto](https://www.youtube.com/@WhiteboardCrypto)
- [MetaMask Learn](https://metamask.io/news/latest/welcome-to-metamask-learn/)

## 🧗🏽‍♂️ STEP 2: DEVELOP YOUR KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL
Invest time into learning. Try to get 1% better each day. There is a plethora of free learning resources online. Start there.
Resources I recommend: 
- [Crypto Zombies](https://cryptozombies.io/)
- [Speed run ethereum](https://speedrunethereum.com/)
- [Learn web3](https://learnweb3.io/)
- [Developer DAO](https://academy.developerdao.com/getting-started)

## 🧗🏽‍♂️ STEP 3: CHOOSE YOUR FOCUS
Choose a niche. There are a lot of career paths and it is easy to feel overwhelmed. Below are a couple of career paths,  choose what resonates with you.

### CAREER PATHS

- **Blockchain developer:** The blockchain developer path can be divided into two:

 - **Smart contract developer:** Specializing in writing 
   smart contracts on blockchain platforms like Ethereum or 
   Solana.
 - **Blockchain Protocol Developer:** Working on core 
   the architecture of blockchain networks.


- **Blockchain researcher:** Conducting research on blockchain technology, consensus algorithms, and cryptographic protocols.


- **Blockchain auditor:** Examining, checking for vulnerabilities, verifying smart contracts and blockchain systems for security and functionality.


- **Community manager:** Building and managing communities for blockchain projects, fostering engagement and collaboration.


- **Technical writer:** Producing educational content, blogs, videos, and tutorials about blockchain and Web3 technologies.


- **Product Manager:** Overseeing the development, deployment, and management of blockchain projects within an organization.


## 🧗🏽‍♂️ STEP 4: CREATE YOUR OWN PROJECTS AND BUILD A PORTFOLIO

Apply your skills by working on personal projects. Whether it's building a DApp, creating NFT art, or launching a DeFi experiment, hands-on work is invaluable.

Document your work and maintain an online portfolio showcasing your projects, contributions, and skills. Platforms like GitHub, GitLab, and personal websites can serve as your portfolio.


## 🧗🏽‍♂️ STEP 5: JOIN COMMUNITIES
There are a lot of blockchain communities out there for you to be a part of and stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies. Joining communities also provides networking opportunities and a good breeding ground for growth. Below are a list of communities i would recommend:

- **Blockless:** [Discord](https://discord.com/invite/9eeRHxSCTZ) and [Website](https://blockless.network/)

- **Ethereum:** [Discord](https://discord.gg/CetY6Y4) and [Website](https://ethereum.org/en/)

- **Alchemy:** [Discord](https://discord.com/invite/alchemyplatform) and [Website](https://www.alchemy.com/)

- **Developer DAO:** [Discord](https://guild.xyz/dd) and [Website](https://www.developerdao.com/)

_Note:_ The list doesn't end here. There are many, many more awesome communities to join.


## 🧗🏽‍♂️ STEP 6: NETWORK AND CONNECT
Attend Web3 conferences, webinars, join hackathons and meetups to connect with like-minded individuals.


## 🧗🏽‍♂️ STEP 7: START APPLYING FOR JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Keep an eye on job boards and start applying for web3 roles.
A few job boards includes:

- [Crypto Jobs List](https://cryptojobslist.com/).
- [Cryptocurrency Jobs](https://cryptocurrencyjobs.co/).
- [Web3 Career](https://web3.career/).
- [Crypto Jobs](https://crypto.jobs/).
- [Crypto Jobster](https://cryptojobster.com/).

## 🏆 FINAL STEP: KEEP IMPROVING AND UPSKILLING
Keep improving yourself and upgrading your skills. The more you learn, the more you can create✨.