Whether you're just starting out or already deep in the EVM stack, if you're serious about learning by building and taking your project to the next level - this is your call.Solidity on Solana just works. Join the next wave of Solana-native dApps, powered by Neon.
The first edition of the Neon Dev Bootcamp wrapped up on July 31, 2025 - and Season 2 is already in the works.
All educational content remains open and free. Watch the 10-lesson video series and complete the quizzes under each one to level up your skills, and earn your spot in our invite-only Very Important Devs channel on Discord.
Becoming a VID unlocks:
👥 1:1 mentorship with the Neon team — from technical deep dives to GTM strategy, all you need to bring your dApp to life.
🛠️ Portfolio & resume reviews — get ready for the next big opportunity.
🫂 Connections with top Neon devs — join our fam of SOLidity builders.
📘 Early access to the Neon Dev Playbook — our upcoming ultimate guide to Web3 building, with the chance to contribute directly on GitHub.
🔥 Special roles & perks for Bootcamp Season 2 — no spoilers yet, but trust us: you’ll want in.
The full 10-lesson video series is ready for you to dive in.
Each lesson covers a specific topic, with a written recap right below the video for easy reference.
Watch. Learn. Take the quizzes. Earn your spot as a Neon VID.
Want to take it a step further? Submit the practical exercises and push your own repo to show what you’ve built.
Got questions or need help? Jump into our Discord 🤖 | bootcamp-chat to connect with our team and the other devs and get all the support you need.
Learn from developers who’ve already walked the path - explore the resources that made the biggest difference in their growth.
Share the ones that helped you, grow your GitHub proof-of-work with new commits, and unlock access to a private Discord channel offering mentorship, resume reviews, grant advice, and practical strategies to help you level up as a developer or tech founder.
The first edition of the Neon Dev Bootcamp brought together 170+ developers who spent 10 weeks learning by building, climbing the leaderboard, shipping real projects, and levelling up their skills along the way. It was a wild ride.
Want to see who stood out and what went down?
Check out the full recap.
You should be familiar with EVM basics (Solidity, Remix, GitHub). No advanced EVM or Solana knowledge needed.
Nope. But you won’t be building alone.
We’ve got an active community on X and Discord where you can connect with other great devs. Who knows… you might just meet your future co-founder there!
Can't find your question?
Jump into our Discord and ask away. We've got you.
Whether you’re a beginner or brushing up your skills, the Neon Dev Bootcamp is your gateway to building on Solana.
Learn by doing, ship real projects, and join a community that’s building the future — one block at a time.
