The annual developer conference for Polkadot, the revolutionary blockspace ecosystem fostering limitless innovation, is gearing up to make its return to Lisbon’s vibrant LX Factory. At this event, known as sub0, visionaries at the forefront of Web3 advancement will gather to exchange groundbreaking concepts.

sub0 stands as a pivotal hub for developers working across the entire Polkadot technology spectrum. From crafting bespoke layer-1 blockchains to designing decentralized applications (dapps), smart contracts, infrastructure, cross-chain interoperability solutions, and more, sub0 encompasses it all.

The conference offers developers the opportunity to grasp the potential of Polkadot’s secure, adaptable, modular, efficient, and cost-efficient blockspace. It aims to elucidate why this blockspace is pivotal for the triumph of Web3.

sub0 caters to the following cohorts:

△ Rust developers and blockchain engineers: They can immerse themselves in interactive workshops, simultaneously uncovering the advantages of building on Polkadot and Substrate.

△ Smart contract developers: These creators are focused on constructing cross-chain composable dapps using either Solidity/Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) or Polkadot’s native Rust-based WebAssembly (Wasm) smart contracts, enhancing overall performance.

△ Students and developers transitioning from Web2: This group can tap into the expertise of top luminaries in the blockchain field, effectively kick-starting their new endeavors.

Stefan Sopic, the Head of Engineering at Parity Technologies, a prominent contributor to Polkadot, remarked, “sub0 assembles a brilliant cohort of developers from within the ecosystem and the broader cryptoverse, constituting the very essence of the Web3 movement championed by Polkadot. This year has witnessed substantial adoption and growth across both enterprise and Web3-native teams. Therefore, sub0 presents an excellent opportunity for the community to unite, exchange knowledge, and extend a warm welcome to those new to the ecosystem or simply intrigued by Polkadot. Similar to previous years, we anticipate a surge in the collaborative spirit that distinguishes this community, thereby propelling the relentless evolution of Polkadot as the premier blockspace ecosystem for innovation.”

Participants of sub0 will receive non-fungible tokens (NFTs) crafted by the Sovereign Nature Initiative. These NFTs showcase the fusion of the digital domain with real-world concerns. They feature eco-data generated by AIMM, a Portuguese marine conservation organization, enabling attendees to connect with a captivating marine companion and validate the ecological impact of their contributions.

A salient aspect of sub0 is the presence of distinct zones within the event venue, catering to various interest groups:

Starter Space: Designed for individuals new to Polkadot, Substrate, Web3, and blockchain technologies.
Builder Space: Tailored for developers already well-versed in the Polkadot tech stack.
Demo stations: These stations allow attendees to explore the technology underpinning specific use cases.
In addition to these, meeting rooms and a networking area will be available. The Polkadot Events app will further enable participants to personalize their sub0 experience and effortlessly connect with fellow community members, whether they are physically in Lisbon or virtually attending sub0.