Holiday Cohorts (School Break)
🎉 Intensive Bitcoin learning programs during school holidays!
Deep Dive Bitcoin Learning
Join our special holiday school break cohorts! Intensive Bitcoin learning programs during school holidays where students dive deep into Bitcoin concepts, build projects, and connect with peers in focused learning sessions.
What Makes Holiday Cohorts Special
Intensive Learning
Focused, immersive sessions that allow students to dive deep into Bitcoin concepts without the distractions of regular school.
Extended Time
Longer sessions and more time to work on projects, allowing for deeper understanding and skill development.
Peer Collaboration
Work closely with other students who share the same passion for Bitcoin and technology.
Project-Based Learning
Build real Bitcoin applications and projects that you can showcase and continue developing.
Program Structure
Week 1: Foundation Building
Establish strong Bitcoin fundamentals and get everyone on the same page with core concepts.
- Bitcoin basics and history
- Cryptography fundamentals
- Blockchain technology overview
- Wallet setup and security
Week 2: Deep Technical Dive
Explore advanced Bitcoin concepts and start working on hands-on projects.
- Lightning Network development
- Bitcoin scripting and smart contracts
- Privacy and security best practices
- Development tools and environments
Week 3: Project Development
Work on individual or group projects that solve real problems in the Bitcoin ecosystem.
- Project ideation and planning
- Development and coding
- Testing and debugging
- Documentation and presentation prep
Week 4: Showcase & Community
Present your projects to the community and connect with the broader Bitcoin ecosystem.
- Project presentations
- Community feedback sessions
- Networking with Bitcoin professionals
- Planning for continued learning
Holiday Schedule
Summer Break
Duration: 4 weeks
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 4 PM
Perfect for students who want to dedicate their entire summer to Bitcoin learning.
Winter Break
Duration: 2 weeks
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 4 PM
Intensive 2-week program for students with shorter winter breaks.
Spring Break
Duration: 1 week
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 4 PM
Focused 1-week intensive for students who want a quick deep dive.
What You'll Build
Lightning Payment App
Build a simple Lightning Network payment application that allows instant Bitcoin transactions.
Bitcoin Education Platform
Create educational content and tools to help others learn about Bitcoin.
Privacy Tools
Develop tools that help users maintain privacy when using Bitcoin.
Community Features
Build features that help the Bitcoin community connect and collaborate.
Prerequisites
Basic Programming Knowledge
Familiarity with at least one programming language (Python, JavaScript, or similar).
Bitcoin Fundamentals
Basic understanding of what Bitcoin is and how it works (we'll review and expand on this).
Commitment to Learning
Willingness to dedicate focused time to intensive learning and project development.
Age Requirement
Open to students aged 12-17 with appropriate programming experience.
Ready for Intensive Bitcoin Learning?
Join our next holiday cohort and transform your school break into a Bitcoin learning adventure!