Winning on Celo from the Balkans

About the Event

Celo EU and Miloš Rakčević invite you to build real-world applications on the mobile-first blockchain for everyday people, right here in the Balkans.

This event is part of the Cel’EU Cirkvito Program, a 3-part builder journey connecting developers across Europe through hands-on sessions:

1. IRL Builder Lab (Belgrade) → Spark ideas, form teams, and start building

2. Online Build Session → Turn prototypes into functional MiniApps

3. Online Launch Session → Pitch, demo, and compete for 27,000 CELO in rewards

Join us to explore how the Balkan mindset—creative, resilient, and resourceful—can thrive in the Celo ecosystem and make a global impact.

What You’ll Do

This isn’t just another workshop - it’s your launchpad to build, prototype, and WIN on Celo.

You’ll:

⚡ Learn how to transform ideas into MiniApps and real-world blockchain use cases

🧠 Spot regional challenges and opportunities to solve with Celo

🤖 Use AI tools (ChatGPT, Replit AI) to co-build prototypes - no prior Celo experience required

💡 Define problem, users, and UX flow with official Celo DevRel guidance

🚀 Leave with your first functional prototype and a clear path into Celo’s European builder program

🌐 Get access to the Celo EU Builders Community

🤝 Connect with some of the best builders from the Balkans Web3 Scene

Whether you’re a developer, designer, or problem-solver - if you can dream it, we’ll help you build it.

Agenda

17:30 – Arrival & Check-in (via Lemonade)

Registration and Meet & Greet

18:00 – Welcome: “Winning on Celo from the Balkans” (10 min)

Local context + Cirkvito overview

Why the Balkans?

Why Celo?

18:20 – Builder Mindset: Vibe Coding (10 min)

“Anyone can build” → AI as co-builder

From idea to prototype in one session

18:30 – Problem Discovery (15 min)

Identify local challenges & opportunities

Group brainstorm on Balkan-relevant use cases (fintech, remittances, regenerative finance, AI × DeFi, charity, RWAs)

18:45 – MiniApp Canvas Workshop (30 min)

Define your problem, users, solution, and UX flow

With support from Celo DevRel

19:15 – AI Prototyping Session (40 min)

Use AI tools (ChatGPT, Replit AI) to generate a first draft

Participants leave with a raw prototype

19:55 – Demos & Wrap-Up (15 min)

Present early concepts, get veteran feedback, and next steps

Join the Celo EU Builder Community & register for Online Class 2

20:15 – Community Networking & Visibility

Drinks, conversations, and new collaborations (until ~22:00)

Eligibility for Rewards

To qualify for up to 27,000 CELO in European rewards:

✅ Be based in Europe

✅ Attend at least one Cirkvito session (IRL or online)

✅ Have a verified Karma Gap profile.

✅ Deploy a functional MiniApp or DeFi demo

✅ Submit to Proof of Ship or other Celo Program

🥇 15,000 CELO · 🥈 8,000 CELO · 🥉 4,000 CELO

Come Prepared

💻 Bring your laptop (fully charged)

🔧 Recommended setup: Node.js v20+ & 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!

✅ Registration is mandatory - you’ll be required to show your QR code at entry.

📍 If the event is whole, join the waiting list and we’ll notify you if a spot opens.