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SUMMARY:Blockchain Fundamentals for Developers Part 2: Intro to Smart Contracts
DESCRIPTION:​Blockchain Fundamentals for Developers: A Two-Part Series \n​Curious about blockchain but don’t know where to start? You’re not alone.\n​For many software developers and technologists\, Web3 can feel overwhelming—too much information\, unclear entry points\, and a lot of hype. This two-part interactive series is designed to cut through the noise and provide a clear\, structured introduction to blockchain development. \n​Who Is This For?\n​This series is for developers and technologists in traditional (non-blockchain) tech who are curious about blockchain fundamentals and smart contract development. \n​✅ No prior blockchain experience required\n✅ No fluff—just practical\, technical learning\n✅ Learn from an expert who has taught thousands of developers \n​What You’ll Learn\n​🔹 Part 1 (March 27): Blockchain Fundamentals – How It Works & Why It Matters\n\n​We’ll break down the technical foundations of blockchain—what it is\, how it works\, and why it matters. You’ll leave with a conceptual understanding of blockchains as data structures\, decentralized networks\, and their implications for web app design.\n​Learn how blockchain impacts software development and where it fits into modern tech stacks.\n​Gain a conceptual foundation to start exploring Web3 development.\n​📌 Who should attend? Software developers especially\, but anyone interested in understanding blockchain at a technical level will benefit– including technical product managers\, as well as technologists and engineers from all backgrounds and industries. \n\n​🔹 Part 2 (April 3): Smart Contract Development – Write & Deploy Together\n\n​💻 Collaboratively write and deploy a smart contract on Ethereum.\n​📜 Get a step-by-step walkthrough of Solidity\, the core programming language for smart contracts\, and see how it’s used to build blockchain applications.\n​🛠️ Understand key concepts like gas fees\, contract execution\, and deployment\, so you can confidently start experimenting on your own.\n​🚀 Learn best practices for blockchain development\, including security considerations and real-world use cases.\n​📌 Who should attend? The Instructional session will be tailored specifically for educating software developers wanting to learn about creating smart contracts. However anyone can observe and network as we will have a diverse group of tech savvy Web3 enthusiasts attending.\n📆 Please register separately for each part of the series.\n\n​🔹 After the course: Attend our regular hacknights\n\n​🛠️  Continue your learning and come hack with our blockchain developer community! Practice your new skills and learn from experienced developers in a casual\, welcoming environment.\n\n​Why You Should Attend\n\n​Find a starting point in blockchain without feeling lost or overwhelmed.\n​Meet experienced blockchain developers—we’ll have color-coded name tags so new learners can easily connect with mentors and experienced blockchain developers.\n​Get resources & guides to continue your learning journey beyond the event.\n​Join our follow-up Hack Nights to practice\, collaborate\, and get support.\n\n​Meet Your Course Facilitators:  \nJosh Crites\n​Josh Crites is a seasoned blockchain educator and developer advocate with seven years of experience helping developers master the technical foundations of blockchain and transition into Web3. As an Ethereum Educator at ConsenSys\, he designed and scaled a blockchain developer curriculum that has equipped thousands of developers worldwide with the skills to build on Ethereum. \n​His expertise spans hands-on education\, technical writing\, educational code development\, and community-driven learning. As a dedicated community builder and educator\, he organized Ethereum Hack Nights to foster local blockchain innovation. His career includes key roles at influential organizations such as ConsenSys and Celo\, and he now advances blockchain privacy solutions at Aztec while continuing to mentor and support developers entering the space. \n​This is a rare opportunity to learn blockchain fundamentals from an industry veteran who has both built in the space and taught thousands how to do the same. \n​Elizabeth Hansson\n​Event organizer Elizabeth Hansson is a community leader\, blockchain advocate\, and technology strategist dedicated to fostering collaboration and innovation in the Web3 space. With a background in decentralized systems\, software engineering\, and technical management consulting\, she has been leading teams of blockchain developers since 2017\, bridging emerging technologies with real-world applications. \n​As the Michigan Chapter President of Stand With Crypto\, she works to educate and mobilize the tech community around blockchain policy and adoption. She is also the co-founder of the Detroit Blockchain Collective\, a hub for developers\, entrepreneurs\, and technologists to connect\, learn\, and build in blockchain. \n​Passionate about empowering developers and expanding blockchain education in under-resourced communities\, Elizabeth actively creates high-value learning opportunities through community events\, university student programs\, and industry collaborations. She is committed to making blockchain accessible and actionable for technologists at all levels. \n​Don’t Miss This Opportunity\n​🚀 Whether you’re blockchain-curious or ready to dive in\, this series will give you the knowledge\, hands-on experience\, and community support to get started. \n​Event Sponsors\n​​Stand With Crypto\nStand With Crypto empowers the blockchain community by advocating for clear policies\, educating stakeholders\, and mobilizing support to protect innovation in the crypto space. Thank you to SWC for supporting this event & our local blockchain community! \n​📅 RSVP now and take your first step into blockchain development!
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LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Crypto,Tech,WEB3
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SUMMARY:Fireside chat with SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce Hosted by Michigan Blockchain
DESCRIPTION:The Michigan Ethereum MeetUp is thrilled to invite you to an in-person session with **SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce\, hosted by Michigan Blockchain** at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business. Come enjoy this rare opportunity to be up close and personal with one of the top voices in blockchain and digital asset regulatory policy. Evan Solomon\, co-president of Michigan Blockchain\, will host a fireside chat with the commissioner\, followed by a keynote from the Michigan Chapter President of Stand With Crypto\, Elizabeth Hansson.\nReception to follow. \nSEC Commissioner Hester Peirce has earned a reputation as one of the most forward-thinking and independent voices in U.S. regulatory circles. She’s gained respect across the industry for championing innovation\, pushing back on overreach\, and calling for clear\, thoughtful crypto policy when few others would. Her stance has made her a key ally for builders and believers in the future of blockchain. \n**Must register for the event on Luma: [https://lu.ma/s9zeb5yn?tk=VaiLmP](https://lu.ma/s9zeb5yn?tk=VaiLmP)**
URL:https://detroitartdao.com/event/fireside-chat-with-sec-commissioner-hester-peirce-hosted-by-michigan-blockchain
LOCATION:University of Michigan Ross School of Business\, 701 Tappan Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, us
CATEGORIES:Tech
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SUMMARY:Founders First Fridays - Detroit
DESCRIPTION:The first Friday of each month\, founders get together to connect\, share their challenges\, and be resources for each other. This is a casual meetup with no set agenda\, just Founders helping Founders. \n​​Founders First Fridays is held in multiple cities across the state so all founders have a place to connect with the other great folks building companies here in Michigan. Hope to see you there! \n​​Who should come? \n\n​Active ​high-growth startup founders\n​​Founders considering significantly scaling their companies\n​​Experienced founders who have raised venture or high-growth capital\n\n​​What to expect \n\n​Build relationships with fellow founders\n​​Sharing challenges and discussing issues together in a judgment free zone\n​​Sharing your own experience and expertise with other founders\n\n​​This event is specifically designed for founders to connect and support each other. We kindly ask that if you’re not a founder\, you allow this space to be dedicated to founders only. We also ask that this is a sales-free zone – no selling to other founders! \n​Your understanding and respect for this founder-focused environment are greatly appreciated.
URL:https://detroitartdao.com/event/founders-first-fridays-detroit-2
LOCATION:New Lab
CATEGORIES:Business Events,Community Events,Entrepreneur,Networking,Tech
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SUMMARY:DNewTech- April 2025
DESCRIPTION:**Notice! Our event will now take place on the 2nd Wednesday of the month.**\n**Also\, our new host will be Tech Town Detroit!** \n**Hello DNT community!**\nJoin us for our DNT ONSITE meetup!! (Wednesdays; 6:30-8:00p EST)\nHope to see you soon! **Please RSVP** – Let’s *get inspired and get going!* \n**Our monthly meeting format:**\nThe format of the event is as follows: \n* 6:30 – 7 pm: Networking and drinks\n* 7 PM: **Presentations**. Up to 7 Minutes Presentation followed by some time for questions after each presentation\n* Event will end with some time for community announcements \n**Community announcement:** Welcome Back! We hope to see you all at our new meeting location in Tech Town Detroit! \n***We welcome our featured entrepreneurs for an evening of pitch presentations\, community conversation\, and networking.*** \n**Presenters to be announced!** \n**If you wish to present in the future sign up here :**\n[Doodle_signup_dnewtech](https://doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/participate/9ed878ff-e2e6-4c4a-92f9-6dcb3e42cef2/select)
URL:https://detroitartdao.com/event/dnewtech-april-2025-2
LOCATION:Tech Town Detroit\, 440 Burroughs St\, Detroit\, MI\, 48202\, us
CATEGORIES:Tech
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SUMMARY:DNewTech- April 2025
DESCRIPTION:**Notice! Our event will now take place on the 2nd Wednesday of the month.**\n**Also\, our new host will be Tech Town Detroit!**\n**📟New Slack Channel created\, join us** [Here](http://clicks.meetup.com/ls/click?upn=u001.NY3oBFzZ5LJDG7YcnfSAKi6Ghao2E4FzNTPLLl5ZeDRRLZHmrQHg3k57whkv6UrNBWPJA-2BOl-2FSBn1Kff-2BPpdQVf8g-2BxbY5VSyb6QfLSbtO9ycdHxhUh4ujH5C9BB3nq7O44O_MeI91GuZiYRPQkwDTcrvsdJXGZArOxB0tTC-2BP9WEklVdwvbpiphQa5ziYMCfm8ztpz615W-2F9mM28BuGTWj747pEfaaiHAIlM9fAzMIF2ZG1c2q673eCTxBqCbqCpypOh72bLSj-2F-2FHQE7d2gkgL9HZIxW-2FVlBUqa8jDKXy4ccFACwzqI2TQKg0w6mYFTL1FA2CPVqCMlsEd4GwiIarjsWRy3ZVXKtd-2FFecE6hho35xupYwqwfe5KcPgMc5YOzXe4EctS6IS8nPNoUhV-2FSqTijWkS0OzuTosZhWBizbNFkQdT3B0NT6rn5q23E7UlDosopJ-2FLxpMSWh4b1UqqooZyuXr-2Bsv55UVoy6QCJaZLmCZb8-2Fl2Mv444Ayr9-2BQkTej3sVNg4tGaVs5COYkqOOAYoXqF3XyyoexeY-2FXDZUe5i6jQ9rrza2RbX7AghGN0dKvZ64CcGdh3mBIQH70NJVazT2HhGVOteK9S8-2FHWWUC-2FSPQeKbUNKAabeion32Y0KQQfPnvJa-2FwV-2BjmZQIchnvvHbeY6w-2FwF1nMS7gJI3HyGBT36BbX68t4tkXH5WUnxwOFAmQgA73f5boW3Uo7SPiopcNg3cJaVEemHW8m0nY6YEa3Zte8L4L8ebSW2WCdj41FuL-2FoJ0EtBeFuhTxPdjfSdrLow-3D-3D)!\n**📝 Complete our 2-min Innovation Pulse Survey:** [Click here!](http://clicks.meetup.com/ls/click?upn=u001.NY3oBFzZ5LJDG7YcnfSAKj4zWXZeKDZJdsr36-2FdgY4DLTwmUKIwIh0saCZCF7xUB5uWv_MeI91GuZiYRPQkwDTcrvsdJXGZArOxB0tTC-2BP9WEklVdwvbpiphQa5ziYMCfm8ztpz615W-2F9mM28BuGTWj747pEfaaiHAIlM9fAzMIF2ZG1c2q673eCTxBqCbqCpypOh72bLSj-2F-2FHQE7d2gkgL9HZIxW-2FVlBUqa8jDKXy4ccFACwzqI2TQKg0w6mYFTL1FA2CPVqCMlsEd4GwiIarjsWRy3ZVXKtd-2FFecE6hho35xupYwqwfe5KcPgMc5YOzXe4EctS6IS8nPNoUhV-2FSqTijWkS0OzuTosZhWBizbNFkQdT3B0NT6rn5q23E7UlDosopJ-2FLxpMSWh4b1UqqooZyuXr-2Bsv55UVoy6QCJaZLmCZb8-2Fl2Mv444Ayr9-2BQkTej3sVNg4tGaVs5COYkqOOAYoXqF3XyyoexeY-2FXDZUe5i6jQ9rrza2RbX7AghGN0dKvZ64CcGdh3mBIQH70NJVazT2HhGVOteK9S8-2FHWWUC-2FSPQeKbUNKAabeion32Y0KQQfPnvJa-2FwV-2BjmZQIchnvvHbeY7F8ETY894JSvRoh1bmrZ-2FLn2q4j8cCx07LhiH2-2BV8UiP4jHdPWUlgAOEAP9nYuimERZoLOVX1ibTN19NgaiTwTjgFL-2BsPPkgrDdKO1pHcxOm4UzJGJTei77GHJ40UL-2FPg-3D-3D) \n**Hello DNT community!**\nJoin us for our DNT ONSITE meetup!! (Wednesdays; 6:30-8:00p EST)\nHope to see you soon! **Please RSVP** – Let’s *get inspired and get going!* \n**Our monthly meeting format:**\nThe format of the event is as follows: \n* 6:30 – 7 pm: Networking and drinks\n* 7 PM: **Presentations**. Up to 7 Minutes Presentation followed by some time for questions after each presentation\n* Event will end with some time for community announcements \n**Community announcement:** Welcome Back! We hope to see you all at our new meeting location in Tech Town Detroit! \n***We welcome our featured entrepreneurs for an evening of pitch presentations\, community conversation\, and networking.*** \n**Presenters:** \n# First Hill Marketing \nFirst Hill Marketing is a consultation company here to help businesses reach goals and beyond through digital marketing. \n# Barrett Solutions LLC \nBSL is a consulting firm specializing in data aggregation and software development. We use web scraping\, data fusion\, and custom models to create tailored solutions that go beyond what traditional methods can offer. Our solutions help businesses across industries—like fashion\, automotive\, law\, education\, and more—unlock valuable insights and access data that traditional scraping methods can’t capture. No matter how complex your request\, we have the right solution for you. \n**If you wish to present in the future sign up here :**\n[Doodle_signup_dnewtech](https://doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/participate/9ed878ff-e2e6-4c4a-92f9-6dcb3e42cef2/select)
URL:https://detroitartdao.com/event/dnewtech-april-2025
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SUMMARY:Funding the Future of Web3
DESCRIPTION:**Funding the Future!**\n**Scaling & Funding for Web Innovators: Fireside Chat & Networking** \n​🚀 **Looking to scale your startup and secure venture capital?** \nJoin us for an exclusive evening where **venture capital experts\,** **tech innovators\, and blockchain entrepreneurs** come together to share insights\, make connections\, and close the funding gap for emerging technologies.\n​📍 This special event is hosted at **[The Beaubien House](https://www.thebeaubienhouse.com/)**\, a beautiful historic Victorian home in downtown Detroit with three floors of co-working space. \n**Who is this For?**\n​This event is designed for:\n✅ Entrepreneurs preparing to seek venture capital\n✅ Detroit’s visionary founders\, technologists\, and startup builders\n✅ Web3 startups looking to navigate VC funding\n✅ Anyone eager to connect with local investors and emerging tech leaders \n**What to Expect**\n​🔥 **Fireside Chat with [Side Door Ventures](https://www.sdv.vc/)**\nGain exclusive insights from **[Edward Kim](https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardkim1/)**\, General Partner at Side Door Ventures. Side Door Ventures is a global VC firm backing audacious founders in frontier tech\, life sciences\, fintech\, SaaS\, blockchain\, software\, space\, gaming\, and financial services. Learn **what top VCs look for in startups** and how to prepare for funding rounds. \n💸 **Closing the Funding Gap for Emerging Tech**\nExplore solutions to increase venture investment in Detroit’s early-stage startups and discover how founders can access the capital needed to scale. \n​💡 **Special Session: Web3 VC Insights**\n**[Jackie Plashkes](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-plashkes/)** directs Side Door Ventures’ Digital Asset Fund\, and he will share insider knowledge on securing funding for Web3 companies. Learn how to position your startup at the intersection of crypto and traditional industries while navigating the evolving venture capital landscape. \n​🤝 **Networking for Growth**\nBuild **meaningful connections** in this historic Detroit home with local entrepreneurs\, investors\, and blockchain leaders. Whether you’re seeking funding\, partnerships\, or mentorship\, this is your chance to engage with the ecosystem shaping the future of Detroit tech. \n**Why You Should Attend**\n​🔹 Learn how venture capitalists evaluate investment opportunities\n🔹 Get practical strategies for securing funding and scaling your startup\n🔹 Meet local and global investors looking for innovative founders\n🔹 Access resources to fuel your startup’s success\n🔹 Enjoy refreshments while networking in an iconic Detroit venue \n**Meet Your Hosts**\n​🟢 **[Elizabeth Hansson](https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethhansson/) & [Amy Hang](https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-hang-a5842bb2/)** – Detroit Community leaders and startup advocates dedicated to fostering Detroit’s blockchain and tech ecosystem.\n🟢 **[Side Door Ventures](https://www.sdv.vc/)** – A global VC firm investing in bold\, industry-defining founders across multiple frontier technologies. \n**Event Sponsors**\n**[Stand With Crypto](https://www.standwithcrypto.org/)**\nStand With Crypto empowers the blockchain community by advocating for clear policies\, educating stakeholders\, and mobilizing support to protect innovation in the crypto space. Thank you to SWC for supporting this event & our local blockchain community! \n​🔗 Don’t miss this opportunity to gain venture capital insights\, expand your network\, and scale your startup! \n**Must RSVP on Luma:** [https://lu.ma/4l0fg3yo](https://lu.ma/4l0fg3yo)\nFeel free to RSVP here on MeetUp as well to let your friends know you’re coming!
URL:https://detroitartdao.com/event/funding-the-future-of-web3-2
LOCATION:The Beaubien House\, 553 E Jefferson Ave\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, us
CATEGORIES:Tech
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SUMMARY:Funding the Future: Navigating Venture Capital
DESCRIPTION:Scaling & Funding for Tech Innovators: Fireside Chat & Networking\n​🚀 Looking to scale your startup and secure venture capital?\nJoin us for an exclusive evening where venture capital experts\, tech innovators\, and blockchain entrepreneurs come together to share insights\, make connections\, and close the funding gap for emerging technologies. \n​📍 This special event is hosted at The Beaubien House\, a beautiful historic Victorian home in downtown Detroit with three floors of co-working space. \n​Who Is This For?\n​This event is designed for:\n✅ Entrepreneurs preparing to seek venture capital\n✅ Detroit’s visionary founders\, technologists\, and startup builders\n✅ Web3 startups looking to navigate VC funding\n✅ Anyone eager to connect with local investors and emerging tech leaders \n​What to Expect\n​🔥 Fireside Chat with Side Door Ventures\nGain exclusive insights from Edward Kim\, General Partner at Side Door Ventures. Side Door Ventures is a global VC firm backing audacious founders in frontier tech\, life sciences\, fintech\, SaaS\, blockchain\, software\, space\, gaming\, and financial services. Learn what top VCs look for in startups and how to prepare for funding rounds. \n💸 Closing the Funding Gap for Emerging Tech\nExplore solutions to increase venture investment in Detroit’s early-stage startups and discover how founders can access the capital needed to scale. \n​💡 Special Session: Web3 VC Insights\nJackie Plashkes directs Side Door Ventures’ Digital Asset Fund\, and he will share insider knowledge on securing funding for Web3 companies. Learn how to position your startup at the intersection of crypto and traditional industries while navigating the evolving venture capital landscape. \n​🤝 Networking for Growth\nBuild meaningful connections in this historic Detroit home with local entrepreneurs\, investors\, and blockchain leaders. Whether you’re seeking funding\, partnerships\, or mentorship\, this is your chance to engage with the ecosystem shaping the future of Detroit tech. \n​Why You Should Attend\n​🔹 Learn how venture capitalists evaluate investment opportunities\n🔹 Get practical strategies for securing funding and scaling your startup\n🔹 Meet local and global investors looking for innovative founders\n🔹 Access resources to fuel your startup’s success\n🔹 Enjoy refreshments while networking in an iconic Detroit venue \n​Meet Your Hosts\n​🟢 Amy Hang & Elizabeth Hansson – Detroit Community leaders and startup advocates dedicated to fostering Detroit’s blockchain and tech ecosystem.\n🟢 Detroit Blockchain Collective\, a community driven hub for developers\, entrepreneurs\, and technologists to connect\, learn\, and build in blockchain.\n🟢 Side Door Ventures – A global VC firm investing in bold\, industry-defining founders across multiple frontier technologies. \n​Event Sponsors\n​​​Stand With Crypto\nStand With Crypto empowers the blockchain community by advocating for clear policies\, educating stakeholders\, and mobilizing support to protect innovation in the crypto space. Thank you to SWC for supporting this event & our local blockchain community! \n​🔗 Don’t miss this opportunity to gain venture capital insights\, expand your network\, and scale your startup!
URL:https://detroitartdao.com/event/funding-the-future-navigating-venture-capital
LOCATION:The Beaubien House\, 553 E Jefferson Ave\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, us
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SUMMARY:Funding the Future of Web3
DESCRIPTION:**Funding the Future!**\n**Scaling & Funding for Web3 Innovators: Fireside Chat & Networking** \n​🚀 **Looking to scale your startup and secure venture capital?** \nJoin us for an exclusive evening where **venture capital experts\,** **tech innovators\, and blockchain entrepreneurs** come together to share insights\, make connections\, and close the funding gap for emerging technologies.\n​📍 This special event is hosted at **[The Beaubien House](https://www.thebeaubienhouse.com/)**\, a beautiful historic Victorian home in downtown Detroit with three floors of co-working space. \n**Who is this For?**\n​This event is designed for:\n✅ Entrepreneurs preparing to seek venture capital\n✅ Detroit’s visionary founders\, technologists\, and startup builders\n✅ Web3 startups looking to navigate VC funding\n✅ Anyone eager to connect with local investors and emerging tech leaders \n**What to Expect**\n​🔥 **Fireside Chat with [Side Door Ventures](https://www.sdv.vc/)**\nGain exclusive insights from **[Edward Kim](https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardkim1/)**\, General Partner at Side Door Ventures. Side Door Ventures is a global VC firm backing audacious founders in frontier tech\, life sciences\, fintech\, SaaS\, blockchain\, software\, space\, gaming\, and financial services. Learn **what top VCs look for in startups** and how to prepare for funding rounds. \n💸 **Closing the Funding Gap for Emerging Tech**\nExplore solutions to increase venture investment in Detroit’s early-stage startups and discover how founders can access the capital needed to scale. \n​💡 **Special Session: Web3 VC Insights**\n**[Jackie Plashkes](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-plashkes/)** directs Side Door Ventures’ Digital Asset Fund\, and he will share insider knowledge on securing funding for Web3 companies. Learn how to position your startup at the intersection of crypto and traditional industries while navigating the evolving venture capital landscape. \n​🤝 **Networking for Growth**\nBuild **meaningful connections** in this historic Detroit home with local entrepreneurs\, investors\, and blockchain leaders. Whether you’re seeking funding\, partnerships\, or mentorship\, this is your chance to engage with the ecosystem shaping the future of Detroit tech. \n**Why You Should Attend**\n​🔹 Learn how venture capitalists evaluate investment opportunities\n🔹 Get practical strategies for securing funding and scaling your startup\n🔹 Meet local and global investors looking for innovative founders\n🔹 Access resources to fuel your startup’s success\n🔹 Enjoy refreshments while networking in an iconic Detroit venue \n**Meet Your Hosts**\n​🟢 **[Elizabeth Hansson](https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethhansson/) & [Amy Hang](https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-hang-a5842bb2/)** – Detroit Community leaders and startup advocates dedicated to fostering Detroit’s blockchain and tech ecosystem.\n🟢 **[Side Door Ventures](https://www.sdv.vc/)** – A global VC firm investing in bold\, industry-defining founders across multiple frontier technologies. \n**Event Sponsors**\n**[Stand With Crypto](https://www.standwithcrypto.org/)**\nStand With Crypto empowers the blockchain community by advocating for clear policies\, educating stakeholders\, and mobilizing support to protect innovation in the crypto space. Thank you to SWC for supporting this event & our local blockchain community! \n​🔗 Don’t miss this opportunity to gain venture capital insights\, expand your network\, and scale your startup! \n**Must RSVP on Luma:** [https://lu.ma/4l0fg3yo](https://lu.ma/4l0fg3yo)\nFeel free to RSVP here on MeetUp as well to let your friends know you’re coming!
URL:https://detroitartdao.com/event/funding-the-future-of-web3
LOCATION:The Beaubien House\, 553 E Jefferson Ave\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, us
CATEGORIES:Tech
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SUMMARY:Blockchain Fundamentals for Developers\, Part 2: Smart Contract Development
DESCRIPTION:**💡Software Developers: Ready to Explore Blockchain?** \nBlockchain is changing the future of tech—but for many developers & technologists\, getting started can feel overwhelming. We’re making it simple! \n**Announcing**:\n**Blockchain Fundamentals for Developers: A Two-Part Series!** \n**📅 March 27 & April 15 | 5:30 – 8:30 PM**\n**🔹 Part 1: Blockchain Fundamentals** – What it is\, how it works\, & why it matters.\n**🔹 Part 2: Smart Contract Development** – Write & deploy contracts on Ethereum. \n**📍** Location: Hunt Street Station\nFree private parking!\n2200 Hunt St\, Detroit\, MI 48207 \n**✅** No Blockchain experience required\n✅ No hype—just real technical insights\n✅ Meet experienced Blockchain devs & find mentors \n**🛠️** After this series\, **we’ll host regular hack nights** to keep learning and building together. Let’s grow Detroit’s Blockchain ecosystem! \n**📢** Know a developer curious about blockchain? **Share this with your local tech community! All technologists and blockchain-curious are welcome to attend.** \n**Course Facilitators:**\n**👩‍💻 [Elizabeth Hansson](https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethhansson/overlay/create-post/#)** – Event Organizer & Blockchain Technologist\n**👨‍🏫 [Josh Crites](https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethhansson/overlay/create-post/#)** – Blockchain Developer & Professional Educator \n**Sponsored By:**\n**🔹** [Stand With Crypto](https://www.standwithcrypto.org/) – A community-driven movement advocating for clear policies and protecting blockchain innovation.\n**🔹** [Aztec Labs](https://aztec.network/) – Build privacy-preserving apps on Ethereum!\n**🔹** ​[Detroit Ledger Technologies](https://detroitledger.tech/) – ​A community-driven Blockchain company building Blockchain tools for financial inclusion and equitable innovation. \n**🎟️ [Must RSVP on Luma](https://lu.ma/DetroitBlockchainCollective): https://lu.ma/DetroitBlockchainCollective**\n(Feel free to RSVP here on MeetUp as well\, to let your friends know you’re coming!)
URL:https://detroitartdao.com/event/blockchain-fundamentals-for-developers-part-2-smart-contract-development
LOCATION:Hunt Street Station\, 2200 Hunt St\, Detroit\, MI\, 48207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tech
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SUMMARY:IT Networking @ Detroit Shipping Company
DESCRIPTION:No agenda. No speakers. No cover charge. Ever. Just networking with IT professionals. Plain and simple. \nIT in The D was started by IT professionals for IT professionals. We didn’t like any other group out there\, so we started our own! At our events\, you might meet tech recruiters\, developers\, salespeople\, network admins\, web designers\, or senior-level management. \nCome on out\, bring some business cards (or don’t—it’s OK) and meet some like-minded people in the Metro Detroit area. You could meet a life-long friend\, a new business partner\, or no one at all… it’s what you make of them that makes these events great. \n*We are networking Detroit one beer at a time.*
URL:https://detroitartdao.com/event/it-networking-detroit-shipping-company-3
LOCATION:Detroit Shipping Company\, 474 Peterboro Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48201
CATEGORIES:Tech
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