The Ethereum Protocol Fellowship (EPF) is a program designed to scale back the barrier to entry for builders enthusiastic about engaged on the core protocol. As core developer (and EPF creator) Piper Merriam likes to say, the door is comically extensive open. EPF helps you stroll by it.
Over the previous two cohorts, some of the frequent request we have acquired 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 research group (EPFsg): a ten week schooling 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 era 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 necessary, endeavor. The research group goals to bridge the hole by providing a curriculum centered on all elements of the Ethereum stack & roadmap.
Ethereum Protocol Research Program Overview
Program Particulars
The EPF research group is a stay webinar-style program, consisting of two phases. The primary part, which is able to consist of 1 90 minute class per week, will likely be centered on a basic overview of the underlying construction of Ethereum. Within the latter part, college students will select between the analysis or growth tracks (or each). Every monitor could have its personal weekly 90 minute class and will likely be a deep dive into the chosen subject.
Through the research group, college students will achieve a greater understanding of Ethereum’s core protocol, diving into matters that embody:
- Protocol design
- Execution and Consensus layer structure, specs, and implementations
- Testing strategies and instruments
- Present analysis and roadmap gadgets:
- 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 varied consumer groups and analysis teams, include pre-meeting studying supplies to get you conversant in 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 growth.
Who’s Protocol Research for?
Whereas this program is designed to behave as a precursor to the Ethereum Protocol Fellowship, this research group is for anybody that’s enthusiastic about studying extra concerning the inside workings of the Ethereum Protocol. Those who have basic data or use of Ethereum and/or blockchains in addition to people who have some laptop 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
