⭐Zama Developer Program (Beta)
A progressive journey for developers to master confidential smart contracts using FHE and unlock exclusive benefits, from exclusive swags to support in building their own company.
🚀 How It Works
Complete each level's requirements to unlock benefits and advance to the next level. Each level builds on the previous one - you must complete them in order.
🔍 Level 1: Explorer
Start your journey into confidential computing
Requirements
✅ Connect GitHub account via Guild to verify developer status ✅ Star the fhevm repository
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🟢 Live Support Channel - Direct access to Zama engineering team on Discord
🟢 Explorer Role - Special Discord badge
🟢 Access to Level 2 - Continue your journey
📚 Level 2: Learner
Master the fundamentals of FHE
Requirements
✅ Complete Level 1 ✅ Study the Zama Confidential Blockchain Protocol documentation ✅ Complete the Quick Start guide - deploy your first confidential smart contract ✅ Read the Zama Protocol Litepaper ✅ Submit proof of completion via form
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🟡 Learner Role - Upgraded Discord badge
🟡 Private Workshops - Access to developer-only educational sessions
🟡 Early Access - Beta features and documentation
🟡 Access to Level 3 - Ready for real building
🛠️ Level 3: Builder
Create real confidential applications
Requirements
✅ Complete Level 2 ✅ Build and deploy an original confidential dApp with:
Smart contract using FHEVM
Working frontend integration
Deployed on testnet
Open source repository ✅ Submit project for review
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🟣 Builder Role - Elite Discord badge
🟣 Zama Swag Kit - Exclusive merchandise package
🟣 Project Showcase - Featured on Zama channels
🟣 1-on-1 Mentorship - Monthly sessions with Zama engineers
🟣 Conference Tickets - Opportunities to attend major events
🟣 Access to Level 4 - Join the champions
🏆 Level 4: Champion
Become a Zama ecosystem leader
Requirements
✅ Complete Level 3 ✅ Significant contribution criteria (one or more):
Deploy advanced application with active users on testnet
Contribute to Zama core repositories
Create educational content/tutorials
Mentor other developers
Build innovative use cases ✅ Application and interview process
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🔴 Zama Developer Program - Exclusive accelerator access:
Startup Support - Guidance on building your company
VC Network - Direct introductions to Zama's investor network
Grant Priority - Fast-track access to funding opportunities
Technical Partnership - Deep collaboration with Zama team
Speaking Opportunities - Represent Zama at conferences
Unfair Advantages - Early access, special support, strategic guidance
🔴 Champion Role - Most prestigious Discord badge
🔴 Annual Summit - Invitation to exclusive Zama developer gathering
📋 Important Notes
Progression Rules
Levels must be completed in order
No time limits - progress at your own pace
Benefits stack - you keep all previous level perks
One attempt per project/submission
Quality Standards
All code must be original
Projects must demonstrate real FHE use cases
Documentation and code quality matter
Innovation and creativity are rewarded
Support
Each level has dedicated support in Discord
Office hours available for all participants
Technical questions answered by Zama team
Peer support from community
⚠️ Beta Program Notice
This is a BETA program. We may adjust requirements and benefits based on participant feedback. Current participants will be grandfathered into their achieved levels.
🎯 Getting Started
Start your journey on guild.xyz/zama
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