TON x 42 Berlin: Build the Future of Web3

Welcome to TON x 42 Berlin: Build the Future of Web3 Get ready for an exciting opportunity to dive into the world of Web3 with the TON Foundation! We're thrilled to invite you to the TON x 42 Berlin Summer Camp (Mini-Hackathon), a unique event designed to empower the next generation of blockchain developers. This mini-hackathon is more than just a competition; it's a gateway to new knowledge, a chance to expand your network, and a direct path to incredible opportunities within the rapidly growing TON & Telegram ecosystems. What is TON? The Open Network (TON) is a decentralized, high-performance blockchain built with the vision of bringing Web3 to the masses. What makes TON truly unique is its deep integration with Telegram, a super app with over 900 million users worldwide. This integration allows developers to build innovative applications that leverage Telegram's massive user base and in-app economy. Why Participate? Your Journey to Success Starts Here! This hackathon is packed with benefits designed to accelerate your growth and open doors to exciting careers: - Job Opportunities: Stand out on our developer leaderboard! Many projects within the TON ecosystem are actively looking to hire top contributors. - Build Something Cool: Bring your innovative ideas to life and create a real-world project that showcases your skills. - Skill Building: Get hands-on experience with cutting-edge blockchain technology and expand your technical expertise. - Prizes: Compete for a total prize pool of $1500 and other exclusive rewards. - Mentorship: Receive invaluable guidance from TON developers, community members, and industry experts in Telegram assets, AI, Gaming, DeFi, and Payments. - Longer-Term Collaboration: This hackathon is just the beginning! We aim to foster a sustainable partnership with 42 Berlin through future masterclasses, regular online sessions, and more. What Can You Build? Unleash your creativity and build groundbreaking applications by using TON and Telegram in these exciting areas: - Game: Develop innovative blockchain-powered games. - Telegram Mini-Apps: Create seamless applications directly within Telegram. - Payments: Revolutionize digital transactions on the blockchain. - AI: Integrate artificial intelligence with decentralized solutions. Helpful Resources To help you build faster and smarter, we have prepared a range of resources and workshops: - TON Developers 101 - [TOLK Language overview](https://docs.ton.org/v3/documentation/smart-contracts/tolk/overview) - [TON Europe Developers Chat](https://t.me/+cxvTGQjy43gwOTg0) - [Join TON X 42Berlin Telegram Group](https://t.me/+8zNWk_e805FiYTJk) - [Onboarding Guide](https://ton-org.notion.site/Welcome-to-TON-Ecosystem-21e5274bd2cf80be9b94fb1c068147c2) for resources to help you build. - [Train your skills](https://www.hacktheton.com/en) for mastering TON development. - [Workshop "How to Launch a Telegram Mini App and Integrate TON in One Day"](https://x.com/TONEurope/status/1942237917021360525) - [Workshop "How to create TON Smart Contract"](https://x.com/TONEurope/status/1942962353135645056) - [Workshop "Master TOLK"](https://x.com/TONEurope/status/1963280730123051115) - [Live Coding Course: Integrating TON Connect into a Telegram Mini App](https://x.com/TONEurope/status/1945498515955925246) - [Hackathon Pitch Deck Template](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/17eD7tmEFuSOHLhZfudr8YuVgkuy7wxB5w2RzdkJCk-g/edit?slide=id.g33d2dc18046_0_53#slide=id.g33d2dc18046_0_53) - [How to use DoraHack & Submit your participation](https://ton-org.notion.site/DoraHacks-Guide-for-TON-x-42-Berlin-Mini-Hackathon-Participants-25e5274bd2cf80fead5ce4386b5bae77?pvs=74) - [Submit on DoraHack when ready](https://dorahacks.io/hackathon/ton42berlin2025/) Key Details - Dates: Wednesday/Thursday November 5/6 (ca. 10:00-20:00) - Estimated Participation: 50-80 participants (ideally 60 max, 12-15 teams). - Team Size: 3-5 members per team. - Location: 42 Berlin. Please note: Participants should bring their devices and HDMI cables if they want to connect to a second monitor. - Join our [Telegram Group](https://t.me/+8zNWk_e805FiYTJk) for all updates and support! - TON of good food and fun. Schedule Day 1: Ideation & Use Case Development - 9:30: Check-in - 10:00 – 12:00: Kick-off & Introduction to TON & Telegram - Led by Julien (TON) and TON developers/community members. - Learn about Telegram as a "Super App" and TON as the blockchain layer. - 12:00 – 13:00: Lunch - 13:00 – 18:00: Ideation, Collaborative Use-Case Development & Mentorship - Work with your team to brainstorm and refine your project idea. - Receive guidance from TON mentors. - 18:00 – 19:00: Snacks, Feedback, and Discussion with Teams - 19:00 onwards: Optional continued work session (elsewhere or online) Day 2: MVP Building & Final Presentations - 10:00 – 10:30: Kick-off and Welcome - 10:30 – 17:00: Project Development - Focus on building your Minimum Viable Product (MVP). - 12:00 – 13:00: Lunch - 16:45: Submission Deadline for Final MVP - 17:00 – 19:00: Team Pitches - Each team will have 5 minutes to pitch their project, followed by 5 minutes for Q&A. - 19:00 – 19:30: Food - 19:30 – 20:00: Judging / Deliberation - 20:00 – 21:00: Awards & Feedback from Jury Judging Criteria 1. Technical Quality - Code quality and structure - Level of difficulty and ambition - Depth of integration with TON (e.g., smart contracts, Jettons, Mini Apps, Wallets) 2. Product Quality & Progress - UI/UX clarity and polish - Core functionality working as intended - For existing products: how much progress was made during the hackathon 3. Unique Value Proposition & Narrative Fit - Does the product address a clear problem? - Is the idea innovative or meaningfully different? - How well does it align with the TON ecosystem and Telegram-native use cases? 4. Team Experience - Relevance of the team’s background & potential to continue post-hackathon 5. Pitch Quality - Structure, confidence, passion, and energy shown during the pitch, including the Q&A - Ability to communicate the big picture and get people excited about the project Prizes & Post-Hackathon Support Prizes: - 1st Place: $750 - 2nd Place: $500 - 3rd Place: $250 - Top 3 winners: A 30-minute expert consultation with a TON vertical lead. Post-Hackathon Support (for all participants): - Project support and deeper exploration of promising ideas. - Invitation to join the TON Europe developer group. - Invitation to online events to get roasted by the TON experts. We are incredibly excited to collaborate with 42 Berlin and its talented students. This is your chance to innovate, learn, and make a real impact within the TON and Telegram space! Stay tuned for the registration link and more details!