# Build on Polkadot **Narratives, Resources and Growth** **Presenter:** Tin **Workshop Focus:** Maximizing community resources and understanding key narratives --- ## 📺 Workshop Recording --- ## 🎯 Workshop Objectives By the end of this session, you will: - Understand current Polkadot narratives - Know how to leverage ecosystem resources - Learn growth strategies for your project - Connect with the right people and programs - Position your project for success --- ## Current Polkadot Narratives ### 🌐 Narrative 1: EVM Meets Substrate **The Vision:** - Ethereum compatibility on Polkadot Asset Hub - Access native Substrate runtime from smart contracts - Best of both worlds: EVM flexibility + Substrate power - Lower barriers to entry for Ethereum developers **Why It Matters:** - Onboard millions of Solidity developers - Leverage existing EVM tooling (Hardhat, Foundry, Remix) - Access Polkadot's cross-chain capabilities via XCM - Use native Asset Hub features from smart contracts **Your Opportunity:** - Build hybrid EVM-Substrate applications - Port Ethereum dApps to Polkadot ecosystem - Create cross-chain DeFi with XCM precompiles - Leverage Asset Hub's native asset management ### Technical Foundation: Polkadot Hub on Asset Hub ```mermaid graph TB subgraph RC[POLKADOT RELAY CHAIN] RELAY[Relay Chain
Security & Consensus] end subgraph AH[ASSET HUB - System Parachain] HUB[Polkadot Hub
Smart Contracts
REVM + PolkaVM] ASSETS[Native Assets
& Runtime] end subgraph PARA[OTHER PARACHAINS] P1[DeFi Chains] P2[NFT Chains] P3[Gaming Chains] end RELAY -.->|Secures| AH RELAY -.->|Secures| PARA HUB <-->|XCM| PARA HUB <-->|Runtime Access| ASSETS style RC fill:#1a1a1a,stroke:#E6007A,stroke-width:3px style AH fill:#262626,stroke:#E6007A,stroke-width:3px style HUB fill:#E6007A,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style RELAY fill:#552BBF,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style ASSETS fill:#552BBF,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style PARA fill:#262626,stroke:#552BBF ``` **Key Features:** - 100% EVM compatibility via REVM - Native Asset Hub runtime access - XCM precompiles for cross-chain calls - Advanced precompiles (privacy, account abstraction) ![Polkadot Hub Architecture](https://via.placeholder.com/800x400/0D0D0D/552BBF?text=Polkadot+Hub) --- ## 🔄 Narrative 2: True Interoperability via XCM **The Reality:** Polkadot enables native cross-chain communication without bridges: - Seamless parachain-to-parachain messaging - Trustless cross-chain asset transfers - Remote execution capabilities - No third-party bridge risks **XCM: Cross-Consensus Messaging** ```mermaid sequenceDiagram participant SC as Your Smart Contract
(Polkadot Hub) participant XCM as XCM Precompile participant RELAY as Relay Chain participant PARA as Target Parachain SC->>XCM: Call XCM Precompile XCM->>RELAY: Send XCM Message RELAY->>PARA: Route Message PARA->>PARA: Execute Action PARA->>RELAY: Confirmation RELAY->>XCM: Delivery Receipt XCM->>SC: Return Result Note over SC,PARA: Native, Trustless Communication ``` **Opportunities for Builders:** **Cross-Chain DeFi** - DEX aggregators across parachains - Multi-chain yield optimizers - Cross-chain lending protocols - Unified liquidity pools **Cross-Chain Applications** - NFT marketplaces spanning parachains - Gaming economies with multi-chain assets - DAO treasuries across multiple chains - Payment gateways accepting any parachain token **Your Project Could:** - Build truly interoperable applications - Access liquidity across entire ecosystem - Create novel cross-chain use cases - Eliminate bridge dependencies --- ## 🛡️ Narrative 3: Deploy on Asset Hub, Inherit Polkadot Security **The Problem with Traditional Smart Contract Platforms:** - Security depends on individual chain - Bridge risks when going cross-chain - Limited access to native chain features - Siloed ecosystems **Polkadot Hub Solution on Asset Hub:** - Deploy to Asset Hub system parachain - Inherit Polkadot's shared security - Access native Asset Hub runtime - Native XCM for true interoperability **Benefits for Your Project:** ✅ **System Parachain Security** - Secured by Polkadot relay chain - No separate validator set needed - Battle-tested security model - Focus resources on your application ✅ **Immediate Access to Ecosystem** - XCM to all parachains from day one - Asset Hub's native asset management - Polkadot's established user base - Cross-chain liquidity access ✅ **Hybrid Capabilities** - EVM smart contracts (Solidity) - Native runtime function calls - Best of both worlds - Future-proof with PolkaVM ```mermaid graph LR DEV[Your dApp] -->|Deploy| HUB[Polkadot Hub
on Asset Hub] HUB -->|Secured by| RELAY[Polkadot
Relay Chain] HUB -->|Access| RUNTIME[Native Asset Hub
Runtime] HUB -->|XCM to| PARAS[All Parachains] style DEV fill:#E6007A,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style HUB fill:#552BBF,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style RELAY fill:#E6007A,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style RUNTIME fill:#552BBF,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style PARAS fill:#E6007A,stroke:#fff,color:#fff ``` --- ## 💰 Narrative 4: Zero Infrastructure, Maximum Flexibility **The Traditional Smart Contract Problem:** - Deploy to one chain, stuck there - Limited features of host chain - No native cross-chain capabilities - Expensive infrastructure for custom chains **Polkadot Hub Advantage:** - Zero infrastructure costs - No parachain slot needed - No validator set to maintain - Just deploy your contract **For Your Project:** **Cost-Effective Deployment** - Pay only for gas in DOT - No slot auction costs - No ongoing infrastructure - Focus budget on development **Maximum Capabilities** - EVM compatibility (REVM) - Native runtime access - XCM cross-chain calls - Advanced precompiles **Revenue Model Freedom** - Design your own tokenomics - Transaction fees - Subscription models - No forced token inflation ```mermaid graph TB subgraph TRAD[Traditional Approach] T1[Get Parachain Slot
💰 $$$] T2[Build Infrastructure
⚙️ Complex] T3[Maintain Validators
🔧 Ongoing] T4[Launch dApp
🚀] T1 --> T2 --> T3 --> T4 end subgraph HUB[Polkadot Hub Approach] H1[Write Smart Contract
💻 Solidity] H2[Deploy to Asset Hub
🚀 Simple] H3[Launch dApp
✨ Done] H1 --> H2 --> H3 end style TRAD fill:#1a1a1a,stroke:#666 style HUB fill:#262626,stroke:#E6007A,stroke-width:3px style H1 fill:#E6007A,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style H2 fill:#552BBF,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style H3 fill:#E6007A,stroke:#fff,color:#fff ``` --- ## 🎨 Narrative 5: Hybrid EVM-Substrate Architecture **The Monolithic Problem:** - Pure EVM: Limited to Solidity, no native features - Pure Substrate: Steep learning curve, limited tooling - Bridges: Trust assumptions, delays, risks **Polkadot Hub's Hybrid Solution:** ```mermaid graph TB subgraph DAPP[Your dApp] UI[Frontend] LOGIC[Business Logic] end subgraph HUB[Polkadot Hub on Asset Hub] EVM[EVM Smart Contracts
Solidity + Hardhat] PRECOMPILES[Precompiles] RUNTIME[Asset Hub
Native Runtime] end subgraph FEATURES[Available Features] F1[XCM Cross-Chain] F2[Native Assets] F3[NFT Pallet] F4[Governance] F5[Account Abstraction] end UI --> EVM LOGIC --> EVM EVM <--> PRECOMPILES PRECOMPILES <--> RUNTIME RUNTIME --> FEATURES style DAPP fill:#262626,stroke:#E6007A style HUB fill:#1a1a1a,stroke:#E6007A,stroke-width:3px style EVM fill:#E6007A,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style PRECOMPILES fill:#552BBF,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style RUNTIME fill:#E6007A,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style FEATURES fill:#262626,stroke:#552BBF ``` **Build Hybrid Applications:** - Write smart contract logic in Solidity - Call native Asset Hub functions via precompiles - Access XCM for cross-chain operations - Use Asset Hub's battle-tested features **Example Use Cases:** **Hybrid DeFi Protocol:** - EVM: Custom trading logic - Runtime: Efficient asset creation - Precompiles: Cross-chain swaps via XCM **Advanced NFT Platform:** - EVM: Marketplace logic and royalties - Runtime: Asset Hub NFT pallet - Precompiles: Multi-chain NFT transfers **DAO with Multi-Chain Treasury:** - EVM: Governance and voting logic - Runtime: Asset management - Precompiles: XCM for parachain treasuries --- ## 🌟 Narrative 6: Ethereum Developer Experience, Day One **Why This Matters:** - 20+ million Solidity developers globally - Mature EVM tooling ecosystem - No learning curve for existing devs - Immediate productivity **Polkadot Hub's Developer Experience:** ### Familiar Tools, Just Work **Development Frameworks:** ```bash # Foundry (Recommended) forge init my-polkadot-dapp forge install OpenZeppelin/openzeppelin-contracts forge build # Hardhat npx hardhat init npm install @openzeppelin/contracts npx hardhat compile # Remix IDE # Just open remix.ethereum.org and connect to Asset Hub ``` **Your Existing Solidity:** ```solidity // Standard ERC20 - works unchanged contract MyToken is ERC20 { constructor() ERC20("MyToken", "MTK") { _mint(msg.sender, 1000000 * 10**18); } } // NEW: XCM Cross-Chain via Precompile interface IXCM { function sendTokens(uint32 destChain, address to, uint256 amount) external; } contract CrossChainToken is ERC20 { IXCM constant xcm = IXCM(0x0000000000000000000000000000000000000800); function bridgeToParachain(uint32 paraId, address recipient, uint256 amount) external { _burn(msg.sender, amount); xcm.sendTokens(paraId, recipient, amount); } } ``` ### All Your Favorite Tools ✅ **MetaMask** - Connect wallet, sign transactions ✅ **Hardhat/Foundry** - Compile, test, deploy ✅ **OpenZeppelin** - Verified, tested contracts ✅ **Remix** - Browser-based IDE ✅ **Ethers.js/Web3.js** - Standard libraries ✅ **Block Explorers** - Verify contracts, debug **Plus Polkadot-Specific Tools:** - Polkadot.js for substrate interactions - Chopsticks for forking and testing - XCM Simulator for cross-chain testing ![Developer Experience](https://via.placeholder.com/800x400/0D0D0D/E6007A?text=Ethereum+Tools+on+Polkadot) --- ## Leveraging Ecosystem Resources ### 📚 Educational Resources **Polkadot Education Hub** - Free courses and bootcamps - Video tutorials - Hands-on workshops - Learning paths - https://learn.openguild.wtf **Official Documentation** - Substrate docs: docs.substrate.io - Polkadot Wiki: wiki.polkadot.network - API documentation - Best practices guides **Community Content** - Medium articles - YouTube channels - Developer blogs - Twitter threads **Recommended Learning Path:** ```mermaid graph LR START[Start] --> FUND[Polkadot
Fundamentals] FUND --> TRACK{Choose Track} TRACK -->|Substrate| SUB[Substrate
Development] TRACK -->|EVM| EVM[EVM Smart
Contracts] SUB --> TUT[Hands-on
Tutorials] EVM --> TUT TUT --> BUILD[Practice
Projects] BUILD --> HACK[Hackathons &
Grants] style START fill:#1a1a1a,stroke:#E6007A style FUND fill:#E6007A,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style TRACK fill:#552BBF,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style SUB fill:#E6007A,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style EVM fill:#E6007A,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style TUT fill:#552BBF,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style BUILD fill:#E6007A,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style HACK fill:#552BBF,stroke:#fff,color:#fff ``` 1. Start with Polkadot fundamentals 2. Choose your track (Substrate or EVM) 3. Follow hands-on tutorials 4. Build practice projects 5. Join hackathons --- ## 💰 Funding Resources ### Web3 Foundation Grants ```mermaid graph LR IDEA[Project Idea] --> L1{Level 1
$10k} L1 -->|Success| L2{Level 2
$30k} L2 -->|Growth| L3{Level 3
$30k+} L3 --> TREAS[Treasury
$100k+] L1 -.-> POC[Proof of Concept] L2 -.-> PROTO[Working Prototype] L3 -.-> PROD[Production Ready] TREAS -.-> SCALE[Ecosystem Scale] style L1 fill:#E6007A,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style L2 fill:#552BBF,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style L3 fill:#E6007A,stroke:#fff,color:#fff style TREAS fill:#552BBF,stroke:#fff,color:#fff ``` **Grant Tiers:** **Level 1: Up to $10,000** - Quick approval process - Perfect for early stage - Proof of concept - Initial development **Level 2: Up to $30,000** - More established projects - Working prototype required - Larger scope - Team building **Level 3: $30,000+** - Production-ready projects - Significant impact - Full team - Long-term vision **Application Process:** 1. Submit proposal on GitHub 2. Committee review (2-4 weeks) 3. Acceptance and milestones 4. Deliver and get paid 5. Ongoing support **What They Fund:** - Developer tools - Infrastructure - Wallets and UIs - Educational content - Research projects ### Polkadot Treasury **Larger Scale Funding:** - Governance-approved - Community-driven - Larger budgets - Public proposals **How to Apply:** 1. Draft proposal 2. Discuss on forum 3. Submit on-chain 4. Community vote 5. Council approval **Tips for Success:** - Clear value proposition - Detailed milestones - Realistic budget - Community engagement - Past track record helps ![Funding Options](https://via.placeholder.com/800x400/0D0D0D/552BBF?text=Funding+Opportunities) --- ## 🚀 Parachain Programs ### Parachain Slot Auctions **What is a Parachain Slot?** - Direct connection to Relay Chain - Guaranteed block production - Full shared security - Maximum throughput **Auction Mechanism:** - Candle auction format - DOT tokens bonded - 96-week lease periods - Can be renewed **Is it Right for You?** ✅ **Good For:** - Established projects - High transaction volume - Need guaranteed throughput - Long-term commitment ❌ **Maybe Not For:** - Early-stage projects - Low transaction volume - Tight budget - Experimental features ### Alternative: Parathreads (Coretime) **On-Demand Blockspace:** - Pay per block - No long-term commitment - Perfect for hackathons - Cost-effective for testing **When to Use:** - Testing phase - Variable traffic - Budget constraints - Proof of concept --- ## 🤝 Ecosystem Collaboration ### Parachain Partnerships **Why Partner?** - Access to users - Shared liquidity - Technical expertise - Marketing reach - Credibility boost **Key Parachains to Know:** **DeFi:** - Acala: DeFi hub and stablecoin - Astar: Smart contracts and dApps - Bifrost: Liquid staking - HydraDX: Omnipool DEX - Interlay: Bitcoin bridge **Infrastructure:** - Moonbeam: EVM compatibility - Unique Network: NFTs - Zeitgeist: Prediction markets - Phala: Confidential computing **How to Collaborate:** 1. Join parachain Discord servers 2. Attend ecosystem calls 3. Propose integrations 4. Co-marketing opportunities 5. Shared developer resources ![Parachain Ecosystem](https://via.placeholder.com/800x400/0D0D0D/00B2FF?text=Parachain+Network) --- ## 🛠️ Technical Resources ### Development Tools **Essential Toolkit:** **Polkadot.js** - JavaScript API - Browser extension - Apps UI - Type generation **Substrate** - Blockchain framework - Modular pallets - Testing tools - Node template **Smart Contract Platforms** - ink! (WASM contracts) - Solidity on Moonbeam - Ask! (AssemblyScript) **Development Infrastructure:** **Local Development** ```bash # Start local node substrate-node --dev --tmp # Or use Docker docker run -p 9944:9944 parity/substrate:latest ``` **Testing Networks** - Westend (testnet) - Rococo (parachain testnet) - Canvas (contracts testnet) **Deployment Tools** - Substrate Contracts Node - Chopsticks (fork testing) - Zombienet (network testing) --- ## 📊 Analytics and Monitoring ### Understanding Your Users **Subscan** - Block explorer - Account analytics - Extrinsic history - Event monitoring - https://www.subscan.io **Polkadot.js Apps** - Real-time chain state - Account balances - Network statistics - Debugging tools **Custom Analytics:** ```typescript // Monitor events api.query.system.events((events) => { events.forEach((record) => { const { event } = record; console.log(`${event.section}.${event.method}`); }); }); ``` **Key Metrics to Track:** - Active addresses - Transaction volume - Smart contract calls - Cross-chain messages - Token transfers ![Analytics](https://via.placeholder.com/800x400/0D0D0D/E6007A?text=Track+Growth) --- ## 🎯 Growth Strategies ### User Acquisition **Where to Find Users:** **Crypto-Native Channels:** - Twitter / X (crypto Twitter) - Discord communities - Telegram groups - Reddit (r/Polkadot, r/dot) - Polkadot Forum **Content Marketing:** - Technical blog posts - Video tutorials - Twitter threads - Medium articles - GitHub READMEs **Community Building:** - Host workshops - Office hours - AMAs (Ask Me Anything) - Hackathon presence - Conference talks ### Early Adopter Strategy **Phase 1: Builders (Weeks 1-4)** - Target developers first - Get technical feedback - Build integrations - Create partnerships **Phase 2: Power Users (Months 2-3)** - DeFi degens - NFT collectors - DAO members - Governance participants **Phase 3: Mainstream (Month 4+)** - Simplified onboarding - Better UX - Educational content - Customer support --- ## 💡 Marketing in Web3 ### Authentic Growth **What Works:** ✅ Open source development ✅ Transparent communication ✅ Community engagement ✅ Technical content ✅ Real product utility **What Doesn't:** ❌ Hype without substance ❌ Paid shilling ❌ Fake partnerships ❌ Unrealistic promises ❌ Token pump schemes ### Building Trust **Be Transparent:** - Open source code - Public roadmap - Regular updates - Honest about challenges - Admit mistakes **Show Proof:** - Working demos - Live applications - User testimonials - Security audits - Third-party reviews **Engage Authentically:** - Respond to feedback - Answer questions - Join discussions - Help other projects - Contribute to ecosystem ![Community Building](https://via.placeholder.com/800x400/0D0D0D/552BBF?text=Build+Community) --- ## 🎓 Ambassador and Contributor Programs ### Polkadot Ambassador Program **What is it?** - Official ecosystem representatives - Community leaders - Technical educators - Event organizers **Benefits:** - Direct support from Parity - Funding for events - Exclusive resources - Networking opportunities - Recognition and credibility **How to Join:** 1. Be active in community 2. Organize local events 3. Create educational content 4. Contribute to projects 5. Apply through official channels ### OpenGuild Community **Who They Are:** - Developer education focused - Hands-on workshops - Bootcamp programs - Technical resources **How to Engage:** - Join bootcamps - Attend workshops - Contribute to courses - Become a mentor - https://learn.openguild.wtf ### Substrate Builders Program **For Serious Teams:** - Technical mentorship - Architecture reviews - Go-to-market support - Funding connections - Marketing assistance **Eligibility:** - Building on Substrate - Committed team - Clear roadmap - Active development --- ## 🌐 Global Ecosystem Events ### Major Polkadot Events **Polkadot Decoded** - Annual flagship event - Technical talks - Workshops - Networking - Global locations **Sub0** - Developer conference - Technical deep-dives - Hands-on workshops - Core developer updates **Hackathons** - Regular online/offline hackathons - Different themes and tracks - Prizes and grants - Direct feedback from teams **Local Meetups** - Community-organized - Monthly or quarterly - Great for networking - Learn from peers ### Why Attend Events? **Networking:** - Meet potential co-founders - Find investors - Connect with users - Partner with projects **Learning:** - Latest updates - Best practices - New tools - Future roadmap **Visibility:** - Present your project - Get feedback - Media coverage - Community recognition ![Events](https://via.placeholder.com/800x400/0D0D0D/00B2FF?text=Ecosystem+Events) --- ## 📱 Communication Channels ### Where to Be Active **Discord** - Most active community - Real-time help - Technical discussions - Parachain channels - Announcements **Polkadot Forum** - Long-form discussions - Governance proposals - Technical RFCs - Project updates **Twitter / X** - Latest news - Quick updates - Community engagement - Thought leadership **Telegram** - Trading discussions - Quick questions - Regional groups - Project-specific chats **GitHub** - Code collaboration - Issue tracking - Pull requests - Technical discussions ### Communication Best Practices **Be Professional:** - Clear communication - Respectful tone - Constructive feedback - No spam **Be Helpful:** - Answer questions - Share knowledge - Help debug issues - Contribute to discussions **Be Consistent:** - Regular updates - Active presence - Follow through - Build relationships --- ## 🎨 Positioning Your Project ### Finding Your Niche **Questions to Ask:** 1. **What problem do you solve?** - Be specific - Real user pain - Measurable impact 2. **Who is your target user?** - Define clearly - Where do they hang out? - What do they need? 3. **What makes you unique?** - Competitive advantage - Technical innovation - Better UX - Stronger team 4. **Why Polkadot?** - Specific technical reasons - Ecosystem benefits - Long-term vision ### Crafting Your Narrative **Elevator Pitch Template:** "[Project Name] is a [category] that helps [target users] to [solve problem] by [unique approach]. Unlike [alternatives], we [key differentiator]. Built on Polkadot to leverage [specific benefits]." **Example:** "FlowDEX is a cross-chain DEX aggregator that helps DeFi traders get the best prices across all Polkadot parachains by routing orders through optimal paths. Unlike single-chain DEXes, we aggregate liquidity from the entire Polkadot ecosystem. Built on Polkadot to leverage XCM for trustless cross-chain swaps." ![Project Positioning](https://via.placeholder.com/800x400/0D0D0D/E6007A?text=Your+Unique+Value) --- ## 📈 Measuring Success ### Key Performance Indicators **Product Metrics:** - Daily/Monthly Active Users - Transaction volume - Total Value Locked (TVL) - Smart contract calls - Cross-chain messages **Community Metrics:** - Discord members - Twitter followers - GitHub stars - Forum activity - Newsletter subscribers **Development Metrics:** - Code commits - Pull requests - Issues closed - Test coverage - Documentation updates **Business Metrics:** - Partnerships signed - Grants received - Revenue generated - Token holders - Validator count ### Setting Goals **SMART Goals Framework:** **Specific:** "Gain 1,000 active users" Not: "Get more users" **Measurable:** Track with analytics Clear numbers and metrics **Achievable:** Based on resources Realistic given constraints **Relevant:** Aligned with mission Supports long-term vision **Time-bound:** "By end of Q2" Clear deadline **Example Roadmap:** **Month 1:** - Launch testnet version - 50 beta testers - 500 transactions **Month 3:** - Mainnet launch - 500 active users - 2 partnerships **Month 6:** - 2,000 active users - $1M TVL - 5 integrations --- ## 🔗 Integration Opportunities ### Connect with Existing Projects **Types of Integrations:** **Wallet Integration** - Polkadot.js - Talisman - SubWallet - Nova Wallet **DeFi Integration** - DEX listings - Lending protocols - Yield aggregators - Bridges **Infrastructure Integration** - Oracles (Chainlink) - Indexers (SubQuery) - Storage (Crust) - Computing (Phala) **NFT Integration** - Marketplaces - Launchpads - Gaming platforms - Metaverse projects ### Building Integrations **Technical Steps:** 1. Review integration docs 2. Test on testnet 3. Code the integration 4. Security review 5. Launch and monitor **Marketing Steps:** 1. Coordinate announcement 2. Create tutorial content 3. Joint marketing campaign 4. Community engagement 5. Track metrics ![Integrations](https://via.placeholder.com/800x400/0D0D0D/552BBF?text=Build+Connections) --- ## 🛡️ Security and Audits ### Why Security Matters **Reputation:** - One hack ruins everything - Trust takes years to build - Seconds to destroy **Legal:** - Liability concerns - Regulatory scrutiny - User protection **Financial:** - Direct losses - Opportunity cost - Recovery costs ### Security Best Practices **During Development:** ```rust // Use safe math use sp_arithmetic::traits::Saturating; let result = a.saturating_add(b); // Not: let result = a + b; // Can overflow! ``` **Testing:** - Unit tests (>80% coverage) - Integration tests - Fuzzing - Manual review - Testnet deployment **Audits:** **When to Audit:** - Before mainnet launch - After major updates - When handling user funds - For grant requirements **Audit Providers:** - SR Labs - Trail of Bits - OpenZeppelin - Hacken - CertiK **Budget:** - Small contracts: $5k-15k - Medium projects: $15k-50k - Large projects: $50k-200k+ --- ## 💼 Long-term Sustainability ### Building a Business, Not Just a Project **Revenue Models in Web3:** **Transaction Fees** - Take small % of transactions - Scales with usage - Predictable revenue **Token Model** - Utility token with real use - Governance and staking - Careful tokenomics **Subscription** - Premium features - Enterprise tiers - Recurring revenue **Treasury Management** - DAO-controlled funds - Community governance - Transparent spending ### Team Building **Key Roles:** **Technical:** - Substrate developers - Smart contract engineers - Frontend developers - DevOps engineers **Non-Technical:** - Product manager - Community manager - Marketing lead - Business development **Finding Talent:** - Polkadot talent network - Hackathon participants - Open source contributors - Ecosystem job boards **Retention:** - Competitive compensation - Token allocation - Remote-first culture - Meaningful work ![Long-term Growth](https://via.placeholder.com/800x400/0D0D0D/00B2FF?text=Sustainable+Growth) --- ## 🎯 Action Items ### What to Do Right Now **This Week:** ✅ **Join Communities** - Polkadot Discord - Relevant parachain servers - OpenGuild community - Local meetup groups ✅ **Follow Key Accounts** - @Polkadot - @ParityTech - @Web3foundation - Parachain accounts ✅ **Set Up Accounts** - Polkadot.js wallet - Subscan profile - Forum account - GitHub presence ✅ **Start Learning** - Bookmark resources - Watch tutorial videos - Read documentation - Try example code ### Next Month **Development:** - Build MVP features - Deploy to testnet - Get user feedback - Iterate quickly **Community:** - Share progress updates - Engage with feedback - Help other builders - Attend office hours **Growth:** - Define metrics - Track progress - Adjust strategy - Document learnings --- ## 📚 Resource Checklist ### Essential Resources **Documentation:** - [ ] Polkadot Wiki bookmarked - [ ] Substrate docs reviewed - [ ] Parachain docs read - [ ] API reference saved **Tools:** - [ ] Development environment set up - [ ] Testnet wallet created - [ ] Explorer accounts made - [ ] Testing tools installed **Community:** - [ ] Discord joined - [ ] Forum account created - [ ] Twitter following key accounts - [ ] GitHub account connected **Funding:** - [ ] Grant programs reviewed - [ ] Treasury proposals understood - [ ] Application requirements noted - [ ] Timeline mapped **Learning:** - [ ] Workshop materials downloaded - [ ] Tutorial videos watched - [ ] Practice projects completed - [ ] Questions documented --- ## 🌟 Success Stories ### Projects That Did It Right **Example 1: Acala** - Started as hackathon project - Received W3F grant - Won parachain slot - Now top DeFi hub **Key Lessons:** - Start small, dream big - Community first - Technical excellence - Long-term vision **Example 2: Moonbeam** - Clear value proposition - EVM compatibility focus - Strong partnerships - Developer-first approach **Key Lessons:** - Fill specific need - Make onboarding easy - Build ecosystem - Support developers **Example 3: SubQuery** - Solved indexing problem - Open source approach - Grant funded initially - Now independent business **Key Lessons:** - Real problem solving - Open collaboration - Sustainable business model - Community ownership --- ## Q&A Session ### Common Questions **Q: How much funding do I need to start?** A: Many successful projects started with $0. Focus on building first, funding second. Hackathon prizes and small grants can bootstrap. **Q: Should I focus on Substrate or EVM?** A: Depends on your needs. EVM for faster start with existing knowledge. Substrate for more customization and optimization. **Q: How long until I can launch on mainnet?** A: Varies widely. Simple dApp: 2-3 months. Full parachain: 6-12+ months. Start on testnet! **Q: Do I need a token?** A: Not necessarily. Focus on product-market fit first. Add token when it provides clear utility. **Q: How do I get my first users?** A: Start with crypto-native communities. Engage authentically. Solve real problems. Users will come. ### 💬 Open Discussion **Let's Discuss:** - Your project ideas - Specific narrative fit - Resource needs - Growth challenges - Partnership opportunities --- ## Next Steps ### Continue Your Learning Journey **Upcoming Workshops:** **Next: "EVM on Polkadot, Toolings and Development Setup"** - Hands-on development - Tool configuration - Code walkthrough - Deploy your first contract **Also Coming:** - Cross-chain DeFi Primitives - Polkadot Grant Ecosystem ### Take Action Today 1. **Choose Your Narrative** - Which resonates with your project? - How will you position yourself? 2. **Identify Resources** - What do you need most? - Who can help you? 3. **Make Connections** - Join communities - Introduce yourself - Ask questions 4. **Start Building** - Don't wait for perfect - Ship early and often - Iterate based on feedback --- ## Thank You! 🚀 ### Stay Connected **Discord:** Join our server for discussions **Twitter:** Share your progress **Forum:** Post updates and questions **GitHub:** Collaborate on code ### Remember > "The best time to start building was yesterday. The second best time is now." **Build in public. Engage authentically. Grow together.** ### See You Next Workshop! ![Build Together](https://via.placeholder.com/800x400/0D0D0D/E6007A?text=Keep+Building)

Build on Polkadot: Narratives, Resources and Growth

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