Cel'EU & 42 Berlin invites you to build Real-World Applications on Mobile-First Blockchain

About the Event

This workshop is the first step of the Cel’EU Cirkvito Program — a 3-part builder journey connecting European developers through a series of interactive sessions:

1️⃣ IRL Bootcamp (Berlin) → Spark ideas and form teams

2️⃣ Online Build Session → Turn prototypes into functional MiniApps

3️⃣ Online Launch Session → Demo, pitch, and compete for CELO rewards

By joining this session, you start your path toward deploying on Celo and qualifying for up to 27,000 CELO in total rewards for top projects across Europe.

What Is Celo?

Celo is a modern blockchain built to make crypto useful for everyday people, not just developers or investors.

Think of it as a faster, cheaper, and greener version of Ethereum — built for real-world impact and mobile-first use.

Why Celo stands out

⚡ Super Fast: 1-second confirmations
💸 Ultra Cheap: fees under 1 cent
💰 Pay gas in stablecoins: USDC, USDT, or cUSD — no ETH needed
🤖 AI-Friendly: integrates with AI tools for smarter apps
🌱 Ethereum-Compatible: any Ethereum app can easily run on Celo

Powered by:

OP Stack · EigenDA v2 · Succinct SP1 zkEVM — cutting-edge tech for scalability and speed.

What You’ll Do

This hands-on workshop is your entry point to building at the intersection of AI and blockchain.

You’ll:

Learn about Celo’s ecosystem, architecture, and European initiatives
Follow a live coding walkthrough using Celo MCP and SDK tools
Prototype or deploy a small MiniApp or dApp with mentor guidance
Connect with builders and mentors from Celo Germany and Celo EU
Learn how to continue with the next two Cirkvito sessions to grow and win rewards

No prior Celo experience required — just bring your curiosity (and your laptop).

Perfect For

Web3 & Web2 developers exploring blockchain
AI engineers & ML devs curious about decentralized applications
Students and university tech clubs
Builders, founders, and startup teams
Anyone passionate about the regenerative digital economy

Schedule

14:00 – 14:30 Welcome & Introduction to Celo: ecosystem, mission, European initiatives

14:30 – 15:30 Developer Workshop: Building on Celo (live walkthrough with MCP & SDK)

15:30 – 17:00 Hands-On Building Session: deploy smart contracts or MiniApps with mentor guidance

17:00 – 17:45 Open Discussion & Project Sharing: informal demos and feedback

17:45 – 18:00 Closing Remarks & Next Steps: how to join the next online sessions

Eligibility (to qualify for rewards)

To be considered for prizes in the Cirkvito Program, participants must:

✅ Be based in Europe
✅ Attend at least one session (IRL or online)
✅ Have a complete Karma.gap
✅ Deploy a functional MiniApp or DeFi demo
✅ Apply to Proof of Ship

💰 Reward Pool: 27 000 CELO distributed across Europe

🥇 1st – 15 000 CELO · 🥈 2nd – 8 000 CELO · 🥉 3rd – 4 000 CELO

Come Prepared

Bring your laptop (fully charged)
Recommended setup: Node.js v20+ and Git v2.38+
Optional reading:
- Quickstart with Celo
- Getting Started with AI on Celo

Save Your Spot

Limited to 50 participants — register early to secure your place!