Write apps for blockchain in Python, only on Algorand.
๐ขInstant finality
๐ขZero downtime
๐ขLow txn fees
๐ขSecurity for the post-quantum era
#PythonOnAlgo
The Python you know, on the blockchain you love โ๏ธ
Announcing the release of AlgoKit 2.0! ๐งฐ โจ
And with it?
๐ Full production Python is now available on Algorand ๐
Code in Pythonโnow on Algorand. Get started today ๐
โจ AlgoDevs Spring Merch Giveaway โจ
In celebration of the upcoming release of AlgoKit 2.0, we'd like to share some love with the AlgoDevs community.
We will be giving away 3 AlgoDevs Merch Bundles* ๐
To participate:
๐ข Follow
@algodevs
๐ข Tag 3 friends
๐ข Like + RTโฆ
โจ AlgoDevs Merch Giveaway! โจ
As we near the end of an amazing 2023, we'd like to share some love with the AlgoDevs community.
We will be giving away 3 AlgoDevs Merch Bundles*๐
To participate:
๐ข Follow
@algodevs
๐ข Tag 3 friends
๐ข Like + RT
Contest ends Dec 18 @ 11:59pmโฆ
This is the biggest issue developers face when entering Web3.
How do you know you're picking the right blockchain?
There are more options than ever, and this often leads to anxiety, procrastination, and indecisiveness, so how do we filter out the noise?
Let's explore two ofโฆ
Protocol Upgrade: The limits placed on the number of assets and smart contracts that an account can create or opt into has been removed. This is a critical milestone to increase scalability potential and performance.
Learn more in our Developer Portal ๐
Algorand projects are making waves with RWA initiatives ๐
Here's how
@wholechain
on
@Algorand
is transforming supply chain management ๐
Read the blog:
๐ญ Tired of hearing the same message, blockchain after blockchain?
We are too.
Here's how Algorand stands apart from other L1's ๐ ๐ข
๐น Instant Finality, 3.3 second block time
๐น 10,000 transactions per second
๐น State of the art EDDSA
๐น AlgoKit
And more... ๐คซ
Python is ALMOST here ๐
๐จ < 24 hours to go! ๐จ
What do Dropbox, Instagram and Spotify all have in common?
They were built with Python!
Get ready to build the next big app.
On the blockchain you love.
In the language you know.
๐ We think blockchains should exist for EVERYONE!
Python + AlgoKit 2.0 = Inclusivity
Anyone with a high school level of Python will be able to write a smart contract on Algorand.
๐ข Reduced go-to-market costs
๐ข Reduced skill barrier
๐ Python is now on Algorand! ๐
โจ Weโre excited to announce an EXCLUSIVE Python merch opportunity in celebration of AlgoKit 2.0's release.
We will be giving away 3 AlgoDevs Python bundles*
To participate:
๐ข Follow
@algodevs
๐ข Like + RT
๐ข Download AlgoKit and reply withโฆ
Algorand has EVERYTHING you want in a major blockchainโฆ
These key factors make Algorand a competitive L1:
๐ข Speed
๐ข Security
๐ข Resilience
๐ข Scale
Coming soon:
๐ข Consensus incentives
๐ข P2P data propagation
As well as one of the biggest differentiators, Python ๐
๐โฆ
As we close on a bright and successful 2023, we reminisce on the features that make Algorand what it is today! ๐
๐ข Instant Finality
๐ข 3.3 Second Block Time
๐ข 10,000 TPS
๐ข Unlimited Smart Contract Storage
๐ข Post-Quantum Security
๐ข Fixed 0.001 ALGO Transaction Costs
๐ขโฆ
๐ญ The next major release for Algorand developers is AlgoKit 2.0
โ Developer Preview is first and now here!
With Dev Preview, you can start writing smart contracts in Python.
Try it and give your feedback:
Are you excited for Algorand in 2024?
๐ญ Anything can happen in DeFi
Quantoz Payments, licensed by the Dutch Central Bank as an electronic money institution, will issue the EURD.
The first regulated euro digital currency, on the Algorand network.
Read more on this leap for DeFi ๐
๐จ Welcome AlgoKit 1.8.2 ๐จ
In the latest release, we present to you:
1๏ธโฃ Python Template
Play around with the dev experience that you're used to, give us feedback!
2๏ธโฃ AVM Debugger for VS Code
@code
Thank you to the
@Algorand
team for the amazing work done on the debug adapterโฆ
Hello Python! ๐
Dev Preview is the initial release of Python on Algorand.
We canโt wait for you to try it out and share your feedback!
Try Dev Preview today:
Thank you
@MakerXAU
for being our technical partners on this effort!
๐ป
#PythonOnAlgo
Tokens are CRITICAL in a blockchain's ecosystem โ๏ธ
While many chains follow certain standards, they ultimately handle token types differently.
Let's explore token types on
@Ethereum
and
@Algorand
๐งต
Is your 2024 goal to become a blockchain dev?
With Python on Algorand, you can get started in the language you know.
No more learning a new language for smart contract coding!
๐ Python coming ssso sssoooon.
14 days to Python on Algorand! โจ
๐จ AlgoKit 2.0 is fast approaching ๐จ
Have you tried Dev Preview? ๐
Get a feel for whatโs coming, click below and try it now ๐
Devs, let's celebrate! โจ
A look at
@Algorand
's 2023 success so far! ๐
๐ข ~3K weekly active developers
๐ข 35K registered in the dev portal
๐ข 800K unique active addresses per month
๐ข 22M monthly tx's
๐ข 20K unique accounts participate in governance
๐ข 4M invested in 18โฆ
๐๏ธ Dropping Jan 17: Algorand Technical Roadmap! โจ
๐ข Consensus Incentives plans
๐ข AlgoKit V2
๐ข Production release of Python
๐ข Network speed improvements
And more!
What are you most excited for? Share below ๐
๐ฅ:
@BC_Kowalski
๐ฃ AlgoDevs Giveaway ๐ฃ
To celebrate our
#BuildABull
Hackathon launching tomorrow, we're giving away three (3) Algo Gator NFTS.
For a chance to win:
๐ Like and retweet
๐ Follow
@algodevs
โฐ 3 winners will be selected in 72 hours.
Python is coming to Algorand ๐
๐ญ Here's how it'll impact developers and transform the development experience.
Like + Share if you found this exciting! โป๏ธ
Blockchain is transforming the music industry ๐ถ
The internet changed the face of music.
From transparency to royalties, blockchain solutions are causing the next musical evolution ๐ญ
Read the full blog ๐
๐ญ We're bringing pure Python development to
@Algorand
AlgoKit 2.0 Is coming soon ๐งฐ
โ Build applications for L1 in REAL Python (no concession)
โ Line-by-line debugging
โ Less maintenance
โ Lower development costs
Algorand is working hard towards becoming a top blockchain.
Recently weโve seen:
๐น 1400+ participation nodes running
๐น 20% cut in block time with Dynamic Lambda
๐น Native Python coming at the end of March
๐น Community events
And so much more is coming in 2024 โจ
Get readyโฆ
โจ What changes is
@Algorand
making for developers in 2024?
Algorand is making a shift to further decentralize!
๐ข Incentivized consensus, producers paid to secure the network
๐ข Rigorous P2P network as opposed to existing relay networks
๐ญ Tired of stagnated blockchains?
We are too.
The truth is, most blockchains arenโt moving FAST enough to make blockchain a real home for developers.
Here's how Algorand stands apart from other L1's ๐ ๐ข
๐น Instant finality
๐น 2.7 second block time
๐น 10,000 transactionsโฆ
We needed to make it easier to onboard developers to blockchain... ๐ค
And, WE DID IT! โจ
Here's what you can expect from
#PythonOnAlgo
๐
๐ข Write smart contracts in native Python
๐ข Line by line Python debugging
๐ข AlgoKit refinement
๐ข More to come soon ๐คซ
๐ญ It's so easy using Algorand ๐ญ
๐น Easy to download wallets
๐น Send payments in 3.3 second block time
๐น Transactions are finalized once they're in a block
You donโt need to spend millions on celebrity endorsements to onboard users.
Mainstream adoption remains one of the biggest issues plaguing the blockchain space.
Many networks look to solve this issue by using high profile collaborations. More often than not, these promotionsโฆ
The
@Algorand
randomness beacon allows smart contracts to access random values. The article linked below explains how to securely use the randomness beacon, its use cases and best practices.๐
๐งต1/6
Hey
#algo
devs, we have just released 4 videos with a deep dive on the AVM - the
@Algorand
Virtual Machine!
โ AVM vs EVM
โ TEAL Overview
โ Approval and ClearState
โ TEAL Data Types
Let's explore the video series in this threadโฌ๏ธ
๐ญ Is Algorand really the first L1 to support native Python?
Algorandโs native support for Python stands alone!
By writing syntactically correct Python, rather than in a "Python-like language", Algorand enables compatibility with Python-native tooling for the first time inโฆ
Real-world assets (RWAs) represent some of the most compelling uses for blockchain technology.
THIS asset class has the potential to open the doors for mainstream adoption ๐งต
2024 is off to a strong start for Algorand.
๐น Dynamic Lambda
๐น Less limits
๐น Native Python
And 1400+ participation nodes running! โจ
Developers, are you excited for the Algorand 2024 roadmap? ๐
Ever wondered what it's like to build on Algorand?
Join
@chriskim_devrel
, expert dev advocate from the
@AlgoFoundation
, as he highlights:
๐ข Algorand's unique points as an L1
๐ข How to write smart contracts on Algorand
๐ข Algorand tools that make your life easier
๐ข Learningโฆ
๐ We're still buzzing from the
@labitconf
Hacker House!
๐ป Thank you to all the builders who joined us to code, build, and pitch. We're excited for all the projects building on Algorand.
๐ฅ Drumroll for our Pitch Competitions winners... โฌ๏ธ
AlgoDevs, we hope you're enjoying the Developer Preview of Puya, which allows Pure Python for Algorand smart contracts.
Since Puya is still in Developer Preview, your feedback is extremely important to improving Puya.
We'll be hosting an X Space in mid-January (date TBD) whereโฆ
Can developers REALLY start with ZERO blockchain experience?
๐ญ Here's how one student fully setup an Algorand development environment in just 20 minutes and took their first steps to mastering blockchain.
Read the full blog:
2024 is a BIG year for the Algorand blockchain ๐ฅ
โ Dynamic round times
โฑ๏ธ Python coding
โฑ๏ธ Consensus incentivization
And so many more updates coming to the
#AlgoFam
What are you most looking forward to seeing this year? ๐
๐งต1/
Hey Algo devs!
We have prepared some GREAT resources for you to start building on
@algorand
TODAY ๐
First, you begin by setting up your
#dev
environment in 10 minutes
EURD is the FIRST regulated and programmable euro legal tender ๐ช
Here's how EURD is opening the door for the future of payments and enabling the Web3 economy ๐งต
Native Python for Algorand builders is FAST approaching โ ๐จ
Major changes are coming to Algorand this year ๐
๐จ Get ready ๐จ
Try Dev Preview now:
One year ago, we launched AlgoKit.
AlgoKit was created to help developers easily build and launch secure, automated, and production-ready dApps. Version 1.0 made onboarding simple in just 5 minutes.
Now in just 7 days, AlgoKit 2.0 will provide a full kit for developers,โฆ
Python is the worldโs leading and most popular coding language ๐
๐ข Data analysis.
๐ข Data visualization.
๐ข Machine learning.
๐ข Software development.
๐ข Task automation.
๐ข Smart contracts.
A world of NEW possibilities for blockchain is opening up on Algorand.
๐ฅพ Learn whatโฆ
Weโre standardizing the approach to new languages on Algorand.
Python is here, but how did we integrate it on Algorand? ๐ค
๐คซ P.S - In the future, youโll be able to even add YOUR own languages ๐คซ
The
#BuildABull
Grand Finale Demo Day is 4 days away!
Meet DAOWakanda by
@ShugaCoated4u
, winner of the Impact track sponsored by
@AlgoFoundation
.
The project's goal is to engage more developers in the Algorand Nigeria community.
View the project:
Python is ALMOST here ๐
AlgoKit 2.0 will...
๐ข Ease learning and contract reading
๐ข Unlock a wide-range of application building
๐ข Reduce dApp maintenance costs
Right in an L1 - no third-party solutions are required.
Blockchain is changing the real estate industry ๐ก
Real estate investments can be costly.
Traditional fractional investment requires $1K-$50K minimum ๐ณ
However, with blockchain, now you can get started with as little as $50.
Read more ๐
Welcome to the Algorand Coding Challenge! ๐
๐ Over four weeks, developers will tackle new codebases with rewards on the line.
Successfully complete the challenges to receive your very own certificate of completion NFT ๐ฅ
Get started now ๐
๐ข Attention Devs: We're Hiring!
Want to make an impact for blockchain developers? ๐
๐จ We're looking for a passionate Senior Developer Relations Advocate ๐จ
Apply for your chance to join the Algorand Foundation team ๐
Python is used by TENS of millions of developers. Now it can be used to code blockchain apps.
Blockchain presents a space with:
๐ข $110,000+ average salary
๐ข 300% year-over-year job growth
As an early Algorand builder, you know the dev experience keeps getting better andโฆ
"AlgoKit is to Algorand as the App Store was to iPhone" -
@JohnAlanWoods
Top apps like Instagram, Dropbox, and Spotify were built with Python.
You can build the next big app with Python for blockchain. Only on Algorand.
A Night in Paris with Algorand isn't complete without a speech from Algorand Foundation CTO
@JohnAlanWoods
๐ค
Algorand is an operating system. AlgoKit 2.0 gives developers a building experience that is easy, cheap, and fun!
๐ Devsโฆ get ready to Build-a-Bull! ๐
Nowโs the time to transform your world-changing idea into a startup with the support of
@Algorand
and expert mentors in Algorandโs Global Hackathon.
Register now ๐
Gaming topped OVER $180 billion in revenue in 2023.
Blockchain technology will be the catalyst for even more growth in the next few years.
Here's why the future of gaming is built on the blockchain๐งต
Python is a POWERFUL programming language with features suitable for:
๐น Mathematical operations
๐น Data manipulation
๐น Interfacing with operating systems.
Hereโs how Python is supercharging AI-building capability ๐งต
Get ready for the
#BuildABull
Grand Finale Demo Day.
Meet Aurally by
@MI_Abaga
, winner of the Consumer track sponsored by
@awscloud
.
Their vision is to democratize the creative industry and ensure artists are paid fairly.
View the project:
๐ข
@Algorand
.NET SDK 2.0 Released ๐ฅ
Write
#web3
smart contracts with
@dotnet
- Algod API updates
- KMD reworked
- Unity support
Docs and example code:
Many blockchain based applications require simultaneous transaction execution.
But not on
@Algorand
.
Algorand has atomic transfers, which bundles multiple transactions to execute them all at once or not at all.
What would you build with this in mind? ๐ค
You can start blockchain development TODAY with the right video resources.
โจ Welcome to the AlgoDevs Youtube channel โจ
Here you'll find:
๐ข Complete beginner courses
๐ข Coding tutorials
๐ข Concept overview
Start your blockchain journey below ๐
Who is going to
#ETHDenver
?! The
@Algorand
community will be taking over the Broadway Market aka the "AlgoRanch" February 16th & 17th.
Read more and sign up ๐
Python is the worldโs leading and most popular coding language with over 10M+ users.
And with the AlgoKit 2.0 launch, Algorand became the first layer-1 blockchain to use Python as a native programming language ๐
This opens up the Algorand ecosystem to many moreโฆ
๐ฃ Calling all blockchain devs
Algorand makes it easier to get started on blockchain โ๏ธ
Python provides a wide set of improvements to the smart contract development process.
Now, you can sign-up for our intermediate bootcamp sessions to learn more about Python for blockchain.โฆ
๐
@book_io
is bringing true digital ownership to the publishing industry.
๐ข Own your self-sovereign copy of a book
๐ข Custom cover art
What Algorand projects are you excited about?
So how exactly does Python on Algorand work?
Contribute your feedback to Dev Preview, the initial release of Python on Algorand:
Let's review below ๐
#PythonOnAlgo
What other chain does it the Algorand way? ๐ข
Algorand achieves transaction throughputs at the speed of traditional finance.
BUT with immediate finality, near zero transaction costs, and on a 24/7 basis.
#AlgoFam
strong ๐
Each major blockchain network handles transactions differently.
๐ต On Ethereum, volatile gas transactions help prevent security issues and rule out bad actors on the network.
๐ข On Algorand, all transactions, including complex contract calls, are fixed 0.001 ALGO.
So how doโฆ
In 2020, DeFi on Algorand was yet to exist.
@FolksFinance
launched on mainnet in April 2022. Less than two years later, it has the most users of any lending protocol in the ecosystem.
Here's how Folks Finance is setting a new standard in DeFi ๐งต
Dynamic Lambda isn't JUST improving block times on Algorand.
It's also impacting networking safety ๐
Here's how Dynamic Lambda improves the Algorand network through improved security from
@jannotti
๐ฎ ๐
๐ญ Algorand continues its commitment to education this year.
Nigeria has the leading digital economy sector in Africa โ๏ธ
The Algorand Foundation is partnering with the Plateau State Government to explore blockchain programs in Nigeria ๐ณ๐ฌ
Read the news:
Blockchain education has transformed the developer experience over the past few years.
At Algodevs, we remain committed to the mission of education.
Thatโs how we onboard new users โ๏ธ
Thanks for 40,000 subscribers on Youtube! โจ
AI and ML developers choose Python because it's quick to build and iterate with Python.
Now they can expand building decentralized applications, all with the language they know.
6 more days until
#PythonOnAlgo
๐
The
#BuildABull
Grand Finale Demo Day is 3 days away!
Janus is the winner of the Interoperability track sponsored by
@wormholecrypto
.
The team of students from
@unimicodelab
of
@LaStatale
are also the university prize winner.
View the project:
Earlier this month we notified the ecosystem that backend service for the Algorand randomness beacon was being migrated, to be maintained going forward by the
@AlgoFoundation
.
As of today, we're excited to share that the new smart contracts are ready!
What this means: if yourโฆ
In September 2022, Algorand launched a randomness beacon--an important tool that enables on-chain dapps to access secure sources of randomness.
The initial implementation for the beacon was led by
@AppBlockchain
, who has also maintained its backend service. This work was fundedโฆ
Algorand CONTINUES to pledge its support in building a network of applications โ๏ธ
๐ญ In Q3 of 2023, Algorand invested in
@deflyapp
to support wallet growth and development.
Filling a gap in the ecosystem, Defly is working on bringing a browser-based extension wallet to theโฆ
What should you prioritize when selecting a blockchain?
The time it takes for a transaction to be finalized.
On
@Algorand
, transactions are finalized in 3.3 seconds, on par to your everyday payments ๐ณ
We call this โจinstant finalityโจ.
Algorand is BUILDING the ideal environment for developers.
Recent highlights include:
๐น Pure Python on Algorand
๐น AlgoKit 2.0 released
๐น 1400+ participation nodes running
๐น 570
#AlgoCodingChallenge
submissions
With more to come for Algorand this year โจ