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Apply for joining the fellow group
Nice to meet you. My name is Hsin-Chieh (Jay) Pan, and I'm currently working at EotLabs on the Peaq parachain blockchain. Here is my [GitHub link](https://github.com/sfffaaa) and our [Peaq project](https://github.com/peaqnetwork/peaq-network-node). My colleague Talha mentioned that you have a fellow group dedicated to gathering information, exchanging ideas, and engaging in deep technical discussions. That triggers me to join your group to contribute more to the Polkadot ecosystem. Looking forward to being part of the discussion and contributing to the community. If you have any questions, feel free to let me know.
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Application to join Fellowship
Hi my name is **Haider Ali**, I am recent graduate from **PBA-X**: [Certificate](https://app.kajabi.com/certificates/2f118c84) I have total experience of 6+ years and if we talk about blockchain I have been working at Analog for past 3 years contributing to their [**timechain node (Polkadot-sdk based)**](https://github.com/Analog-Labs/timechain) My experience is mostly based on **Rust** and **polkadot-sdk**. But i also have good hands on experience on **Solidity/EVM execution**. I am here to share my interest to join polkadot fellowship program. My main motivation to join fellowship is to **contribute to polkadot ecosystem**. So i can make practical impact on **polkadot runtime**, pallet such as **revive**, **JAM** and contribute to overall architecture :) My **github** profile is: https://github.com/haider-rs.
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Web3 Architect Ambition
Hi, I am a software engineer and cloud architect with over ten years of experience in software development, DevOps, and cloud system design. My career spans from full-stack Android and Java development to leading cloud transformation, architecture audits, and technical design missions for major clients at PwC and Akka Technologies. I have led several innovation projects, including a private blockchain Proof of Concept based on IOTA Tangle, the deployment of Kubernetes clusters, and the design of secure CI/CD pipelines for industrial and aerospace systems. Certified as a Blockchain Tech Lead (Blockchain Business School) and Solana Developer (Alyra), I combine strong Web2 infrastructure experience with deep knowledge of Web3 ecosystems (IOTA, Solana, Ethereum). And now I'm part of PBA-X wave 4. My goal within the Polkadot Technical Fellowship is to contribute to its ecosystem through three key areas: - Demystify and document Polkadot’s architecture, making it more accessible and understandable for Web2 developers and system architects. - Explore real-world Web3 use cases beyond DeFi — including industrial, logistics, and DePIN applications. - Promote Web2–Web3 integration, building patterns for Cloud and SaaS interoperability with Polkadot-based networks. - Share technical insights, publishing focused articles and architectural analyses to guide adoption and best practices. My objective is to bring a pragmatic, integrative, and architecture-driven approach to the Polkadot ecosystem — bridging the gap between enterprise-grade cloud systems and decentralized technologies, and driving real-world Web3 adoption.
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Application: Induction into rank 0
I’m a recent graduate from the **PBA 7 Protocol Track** and currently serve as **Technical Product Manager** at **Pala Labs**, a Polkadot Ecosystem Partner. I was part of the organising team behind the **JAM World Tour** and am currently working on **building a data analytics platform** for the Polakdot ecosystem. Previously, I **co-founded a digital healthcare startup** called BioChain (built on Ethereum), which was acquired by a medical startup based in Atlanta, Georgia, in January 2025. It was also a POC node for the ABHA India program, which is the world’s largest medical data infrastructure undertaking. I also have experience working as a **data engineer for two years at Principal Financial Group** and as a **software engineer at Microsoft**, where I was part of the Azure Databricks team. I've **contributed to Polkadot Wiki**, developing its dark mode (live right now) and look forward to contributing towards the Polkadot SDK in the future, with **work already ongoing for the Identity Pallet**. (integration of WNS service similar to ENS). I seek to join the Technical Fellowship to contribute to Polkadot's technical governance and protocol development. Having worked in Ethereum, Solana, and Cardano, and now working in Polkadot, I’ve come to **admire what this ecosystem strives for** and **would love to contribute towards its growth**. I hope my experience, technical ability and most importantly, passion to contribute make me eligible to become part of the fellowship. Thanks for reading so far, Cheers! Reference Links: [Portfolio ](https://www.ss-deshmukh.site/) | [GitHub ](https://github.com/ss-deshmukh) | [LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/?trk=msn-top-in) | [Telegram ](https://t.me/ss_deshmukh)
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Request to join the Fellowship (Ron Yang)
### Details Matrix username: @yrong1997:matrix.org Github: https://github.com/yrong Mail: [email protected] Polkadot address: 12wy2jhGtaKw4oXG6ZCDENii8JryGN8CyQhiroMhD8iPJG5k ### Motivation I have been part of the Polkadot community since 2021 and have contributed to several projects in the Polkadot ecosystem, such as [Subscan](https://github.com/subscan-explorer/subscan-essentials) and [GSRPC](https://github.com/centrifuge/go-substrate-rpc-client). I'm a core developer working on [Snowbridge](https://github.com/Snowfork/snowbridge), a trustless and decentralized bridge between Polkadot and Ethereum. It’s a large-scale system composed of multiple subcomponents across several chains, including AssetHub, BridgeHub, and Ethereum. Currently, the bridge secures over $70 million in assets. Joining the fellowship will allow me to contribute more effectively in fellowship governance topics related to trustless bridges. ### Contributions - Sync Ethereum execution update on demand: https://github.com/paritytech/polkadot-sdk/pull/3761 - Transfer Polkadot-native assets to Ethereum: https://github.com/paritytech/polkadot-sdk/pull/5546 - Implement V2 design specification, mainly for the outbound part from Polkadot to Ethereum: https://github.com/paritytech/polkadot-sdk/pull/7402 - Enforce fee when registering Polkadot native asset: https://github.com/paritytech/polkadot-sdk/pull/8725 - Unpaid execution when bridging to Ethereum: https://github.com/paritytech/polkadot-sdk/pull/8599
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Requesting for joining Polkadot Technical Fellowship
Hi Polkadot Fellowship community, I’m **Rishi**, a blockchain developer and automation engineer, currently working with **Persist Ventures** and co-founder of **Createathon**. I specialize in building scalable backend systems, DeFi primitives, and developer automation across **Solana**, **EVM**, and **Telegram Mini Apps**. My technical focus lies in low-level smart contract systems, custom incentive logic, and tooling that enables real users and builders to interact with Web3 at scale. ### Selected Contributions: - 🧪 [Dexgrator](https://dexgrator.com) – Solana’s first **multi-token swap DEX** with routing logic & vault-based architecture - 📈 Built an on-chain **perpetuals market prototype** with leverage/funding rate logic on Solana Devnet - 🌀 Designed and implemented custom **bonding curves** for gamified token distribution - 📊 Created **tokenomics systems** for multiple Web3 clients — including emissions, LP design, and staking/reward loops - ⚙️ [Createathon SaaS](https://t.me/Createathon_bot) – Telegram Mini App with automation, dashboard, and campaign modules - 🥇 Winner of the [CopperX bot bounty](https://x.com/Rish_w3b/status/1911114374837661811) - 🔧 Built DeFi tools including sniper bots, copy trading systems, and internal enterprise portals - 🧱 Node runner on multiple chains (under NDA) - 📺 Manage a **130K+ subscriber YouTube channel** focused on Web3 education and onboarding - 🤝 Hosted IRL onboarding sessions in Aurangabad ([Proof](https://x.com/Rish_w3b/status/1854880277748748617)) - 🏛️ Member of **Vidarbha DAO**, supporting grassroots Web3 adoption in India --- ## 🎯 Why Polkadot? Polkadot represents what many ecosystems attempt: a truly **composable, multichain infrastructure** with powerful governance and runtime modularity. I’m especially drawn to: - The **FRAME** architecture and ability to write domain-specific runtimes - Governance V2 and its real-world implications for scalable DAO mechanics - XCM and cross-parachain automation, a space I’d love to build tools for This is the kind of technical and community environment I want to grow in. --- ## 🧠 Commitment - I align fully with the Fellowship’s values: decentralization, transparency, and constructive collaboration - I’m eager to contribute meaningfully to runtime-level engineering, governance tooling, and developer onboarding - With a background in automation and token economics, I aim to bring real-world insight and rapid prototyping skills to the ecosystem --- ## 🔗 Links & Contact - 🧵 Twitter: [@Rish_w3b](https://x.com/Rish_w3b) --- Looking forward to your feedback and the opportunity to contribute to Polkadot's long-term mission through code, tools, and education. – **Rishi**
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Application for Polkadot Technical Fellowship – Rank 0 Induction
### **A. Introduction** Hello Polkadot Fellowship community, My name is Sarthi, and I’m a developer advocate and builder actively working in the Web3 ecosystem. I’ve spent the past two years contributing to DeFi, GameFi, and infrastructure projects across Ethereum, Solana, Aptos, TON, and Algorand. My journey includes hands-on work with dApps, developer tooling, and user-centric protocols, always with an eye on modular and scalable architecture. I've been an active participant at ETHGlobal hackathons, Solana Hacker Houses, and community-led dev events across Europe and India. These experiences have reinforced my belief in the importance of multichain coordination, strong governance, and decentralization—all of which are core to the Polkadot vision. Joining the Polkadot Fellowship represents a natural next step in my growth as I wish to contribute to Polkadot’s technical foundations while learning from and collaborating with like-minded builders. ### **B. Alignment with Fellowship Tenets** I affirm my full alignment with the Polkadot Fellowship’s guiding principles: Uphold Polkadot’s interests: I commit to protecting and advancing the integrity and future of the Polkadot ecosystem. Respect Polkadot’s philosophy: I support the principles of decentralization, cross-chain interoperability, and community-driven development. Adhere to Fellowship norms: I will actively engage in discussions, respect internal governance, and follow operational and voting guidelines in good faith. Foster community collaboration: I believe in open knowledge-sharing, mutual support, and working transparently and constructively with others. ### **C. Evidence of Contribution** I am not yet a contributor to the Polkadot/Kusama codebase but I bring the following as my current body of work and experience: Attendee and builder at multiple ETHGlobal hackathons and Solana Hacker Houses, where I’ve built user-facing DeFi and tooling projects. Developer advocate helping onboard and support developers in open-source communities through workshops, hackathons, and technical content. Consistent participation and documentation of my work and learnings via [Twitter](https://x.com/sarthib7) and [Linktree](Lintr.ee/sarthi7). These contributions reflect a builder mindset with a focus on education, community, and protocol design—values that I will bring into the Polkadot Fellowship as well. ### **D. Rank Justification** I am applying for Rank 0 as an entry-level contributor. While I am not yet experienced with FRAME or runtime development, I am ready to invest the time and effort to learn, contribute, and grow within the Fellowship. I bring: A solid engineering background. Real-world experience with dApp development and UX optimization. An eagerness to collaborate and help build the future of Polkadot. ### **E. Future Plans** If inducted, I plan to: Learn the internals of Polkadot’s runtime and start contributing to issues and modules where I can add value. Participate in technical discussions and governance dialogues in Matrix and Polkassembly. Translate my learnings into community content—helping developers onboard into the Polkadot ecosystem with clear documentation and guides. Support ecosystem growth through developer outreach, workshops, and cross-community collaboration. ### **Links & Contact** Proof of Work & Portfolio: https://linktr.ee/sarthib7 Twitter: https://x.com/sarthib7 Matrix ID: @sarthi7:matrix.org I’m excited about the opportunity to contribute to Polkadot and grow alongside some of the best technical minds in Web3. I look forward to your feedback and to earning your trust through my work. Warm regards, Sarthi
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I want to be a part of the polkadot fellowship
I've been contributing to some products in the Filecoin/PL Network ecosystem through the Protocol Labs Dev Guild Program.
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Establishment of a Strategic Polkadot Reserve (SPR)
🏦 Proposal: Strategic Polkadot Reserve (SPR) # TL;DR Establish a Strategic Polkadot Reserve (SPR) using a portion of the Polkadot Treasury to periodically acquire blue-chip digital assets such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and other high-quality tokens. These assets will be held to: * Preserve and grow value over time * Generate yield via capital appreciation * Support DOT buybacks & burns * Incentivize validators, collators, and other network participants This will increase Polkadot's economic resilience, create a sustainable financial feedback loop, and reinforce DOT’s long-term utility and value. --- 🎯 Objective The Polkadot Treasury currently relies on DOT-denominated funds. While DOT is crucial for network governance, staking, and parachain leasing, it is subject to market volatility. A more diversified treasury will: * Hedge against market downturns * Generate real returns during bull markets * Reinvest in the network with stronger buying power --- 🛠 Mechanism: How It Works 1. Periodic Allocation * Allocate 1-3% of the Polkadot Treasury quarterly (adjustable by governance) to purchase reserve assets. * Assets include: BTC, ETH, and stable yield-bearing assets like stETH, RWA tokens (e.g., Ondo, Maple), or even tokenized US Treasuries in the future. 2. Reserve Structure * Custody managed by a smart contract or multisig under community-elected stewards or a DAO. * Target allocation: * BTC: 50% * ETH: 30% * Other yield-generating bluechips (RWA, DeFi): 20% 3. Yield & Growth * These assets are held until significant price appreciation (e.g., +50%). * Profits realized are used for: * Buybacks & burns of DOT (increases scarcity) * Funding parachain auctions * Incentives for validators/collators * Funding development grants 4. Transparency * Full on-chain transparency via dashboards showing holdings, returns, and performance. * Governance votes on sales, rebalancing, or strategic exits. --- 📊 Why This Makes Sense: Stats & Economic Rationale # Treasury Snapshot As of early 2025: * DOT Treasury holds over 40 million DOT (\~\$280M at \$7 DOT). * DOT price has seen \~89% decline from ATH (\$55) to current price (\$6-7). * Treasury’s purchasing power is vulnerable in bear markets. # Historical Performance (Last Cycle) * BTC grew from \~\$3K to \$69K → +2200% * ETH grew from \~\$85 to \$4,800 → +5500% * DOT grew from \~\$3 to \$55 → +1700% If Polkadot Treasury had allocated just 5% to BTC in 2020, it would have grown \~20x, turning a \$5M position into \$100M+ by late 2021. That alone could fund: * 10 major parachain leases * 1000 developer grants * A robust DOT buyback program --- 🔁 Benefits of the Strategic Reserve # 1. Treasury Resilience * Reduces dependence on a single asset (DOT) * Hedge against systemic DOT price drops # 2. Buyback-and-Burn Engine * During bull markets, profits from reserve can be used to buy and burn DOT, creating upward pressure on price and reducing supply. # 3. Yield for Validators & Network Security * Reserve profits can be distributed to validators/collators, improving network security and reducing inflationary incentives. # 4. Market Signaling * Shows Polkadot's financial sophistication and commitment to value preservation and growth. --- 🧩 Potential Challenges & Mitigations | Challenge | Mitigation | | ------------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------ | | Volatility of BTC/ETH | Long-term holding strategy, diversified reserve | | Governance disagreements | Use referenda to approve key actions | | Custody risks | Use multisig or audited smart contracts | | Market timing issues | Use DCA (Dollar-Cost Averaging) strategy for purchases | --- 🗳 Suggested First Step Pilot Program: * Allocate \$5M worth of DOT from Treasury for the first Strategic Reserve tranche. * Buy: \$2.5M BTC, \$1.5M ETH, \$1M DeFi/RWA bluechips. * Track performance quarterly and evaluate outcomes after 1 year. * If ROI > 20%, scale up the strategy with broader community support. --- 🌱 Long-Term Vision A successful Strategic Reserve would: * Make the Treasury self-growing * Reduce reliance on inflationary funding * Establish Polkadot as a financially resilient Layer 0 * Attract new institutional interest due to on-chain treasury growth mechanics Here's a more detailed and professional proposal for a Strategic Polkadot Reserve, including elaboration on mechanics, benefits, and statistics to support the rationale. You can use this as a base for a community proposal or whitepaper section. --- Proposal: Establishment of a Strategic Polkadot Reserve (SPR) # Overview We propose the creation of a Strategic Polkadot Reserve (SPR)—a periodically funded treasury initiative where a portion of the Polkadot Treasury is strategically deployed into high-performing digital assets such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and other blue-chip cryptocurrencies. This initiative aims to: 1. Grow the financial power of the Polkadot Treasury, 2. Enable cyclical buybacks and burns of \$DOT to drive scarcity and value, 3. Allow sustainable yield-sharing with network contributors (e.g., collators, parachains, and validators), 4. Position Polkadot with a defensive macro treasury model similar to sovereign wealth funds. --- # Why a Strategic Reserve Now? Polkadot currently maintains a large on-chain treasury primarily held in \$DOT, which may be subject to: * Market volatility, * Low yield generation, * Missed opportunities for asset diversification. Instead of letting funds sit idle or be inefficiently spent, a portion of the treasury can be deployed into blue-chip crypto assets to diversify, grow, and defend the DOT ecosystem. --- # Mechanism 1. Periodic Allocation: * Every quarter, allocate 2-5% of the treasury to the Strategic Reserve. * These funds are used to acquire BTC, ETH, and potentially liquid staking assets like stETH, rETH, or LRTs. 2. Reserve Structure: * Held under multisig or DAO-governed smart contracts. * Rebalanced semi-annually or during market inflection points. 3. Yield Strategy: * Hold during bull cycles. * Sell a portion during significant rallies (e.g., BTC +100%). * Realized gains are then: * Used to buy back and burn DOT, or * Distributed to network security providers (collators, nominators, validators), or * Reinvested. 4. Asset Allocation (Suggested Mix): * 50% Bitcoin (BTC) * 25% Ethereum (ETH) * 15% Liquid Staking Derivatives (e.g., stETH, rETH) * 10% Diversification basket (e.g., SOL, ATOM, AVAX,MAKR – reviewed quarterly) Impact and Simulation > Assumption:Allocate \$10 million/year from Treasury. Assume 15% annual return from blue-chip crypto rally cycles. | Year | Reserve Size | Return @ 15% | DOT Buyback Potential (@ \$7/DOT) | | ---- | ------------ | ------------ | --------------------------------- | | Y1 | \$10M | \$1.5M | \~214,000 DOT | | Y3 | \$34.5M | \$5.2M | \~742,000 DOT | | Y5 | \$78.5M | \$11.8M | \~1.69M DOT | > With compounding and periodic profit realization, a \$10M/year allocation could lead to over \$75M in reserves in just 5 years and generate enough yield to buy back and burn millions of DOT, strengthening scarcity and price support. Benefits to the Ecosystem ✅ Price Floor Support Periodic buybacks during bull markets create upward pressure on \$DOT, similar to stock buybacks in traditional finance. ✅ Defensive Treasury Management Diversification ensures that even if \$DOT drops significantly, Polkadot’s financial war chest retains purchasing power. ✅ Yield Distribution for Security Incentives Yield can be shared with parachains, validators, or builders as sustainable subsidies—enhancing long-term participation. ✅ Long-Term Ecosystem Resilience Modeled similarly to national sovereign wealth funds (e.g., Norway's Oil Fund), this ensures the treasury becomes a net growth asset, not just a spendable pot. Governance and Transparency * On-chain dashboard (using Subscan/Polkadot.js) for reserve tracking. * Community voting for quarterly asset allocation and rebalancing. * Security through multi-signature custodianship (initially, with DAO control in future phases). Conclusion This Strategic Polkadot Reserve is a forward-looking, DAO-aligned financial innovation that transforms the Polkadot Treasury into a proactive economic engine, rather than a reactive funding source. By embracing a yield-focused reserve strategy, we unlock the power to fund growth, reward security, and support the price of \$DOT—*without taxing the future*.
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