TRON Builder Tour NYC Co-Hosted by Columbia & Boston University

​TRON Builder Tour: Columbia University Stop

​Join us on October 5th, 2024, as the TRON Builder Tour arrives at Columbia University! In honor of Season 7 HackaTRON hosted in collaboration with Columbia Blockchain @ NYC and Boston University Blockchain, this one-day event offers a unique opportunity to explore the cutting-edge world of blockchain development with leading industry professionals.

For more information please check out the luma: https://lu.ma/TBTColumbia2024

Whether you're an aspiring blockchain developer eager to jumpstart your journey, or a seasoned pro ready to elevate your project, this event is your ultimate playground for collaboration and growth! From dynamic speaking sessions and hands-on workshops to personalized feedback and expert guidance, this tour is about sparking creativity, driving innovation, and honing your technical skills. Immerse yourself in the TRON blockchain ecosystem and seize the chance to receive one-on-one support from industry leaders, all while connecting with a community that shares your passion for blockchain technology.

​We will also provide technical office hours and plenty of time for builders to receive feedback on their projects. Plus, don't miss out on exclusive TRON swag and networking opportunities throughout the day.

• ​8:00 AM: Doors open for all attendees.
• ​9:00 AM: Breakfast served
• ​9:30 AM: TRON welcome + demo workshop
• ​11:00 AM: Office hours begin—get personalized assistance from blockchain experts.
• ​1:00 PM: Lunch provided for all attendees.
• ​2:00 - 5:00 PM: Rolling feedback sessions & office hours to deepen your project development and refine your work. (Snacks available)
• ​5:00 PM: Shark Tank session joined by Blockchain at Columbia, BU Blockchain, TRON Community Project Founder, and TRON Super Representatives
• ​7:00 PM: Winner announcement + exclusive TRON swag raffle
• ​8:00 PM: Event closes.

​Come gain hands-on experience, collaborate with fellow innovators, and immerse yourself in real-world blockchain challenges at Columbia University. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your blockchain journey—see you there!

​Subject to Official Rules, the winners of the October 5th competition will be announced at the end of the Event! This means that students participating will be eligible to receive a prize in mid-November, to coincide with the conclusion of the TRON DAO HackaTRON s7.

• ​There will be top 3 prizes awarded in each track: Artistry, Integration, DeFi, and Web3

• ​1st Place: $1,250
• ​2nd Place: $750
• ​3rd Place: $500

​To be eligible to receive a prize, the participant must:

​1. Create a post to our official TRON Forum in the HackaTRON format (this format will be provided) to explain their project with details.
2. The project must be live on the TRON Blockchain Mainnet before November 13th.

​For projects to be eligible for the HackaTRON Season 7 prize pool:
1. Create a post to our official TRON Forum in the HackaTRON format (this format will be provided) to explain their project with details.
2. Create a project post on the Devpost website and include the relevant project details and required format.
3. The deadline for steps 1 and 2 must be completed by October 8th to be eligible for the HackaTRON Season 7 prize pool. Projects submitted before/on October 8th will proceed to the next round of the HackaTRON.
4. Projects will need to follow all rules outlined on the TRON Forum and Devpost to be eligible for the final prize pool. Projects must also be live on both TRON Testnet and Mainnet before November 12th.
** THE AWARD OF A PRIZE TO A POTENTIAL WINNER IS SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION OF IDENTITY, QUALIFICATIONS AND ROLE OF THE POTENTIAL WINNER IN THE CREATION OF THE SUBMISSION. No submission or submitter shall be deemed a winning submission or winner until their post-competition prize affidavits have been completed and verified, even if prospective winners have been announced verbally or on the competition website. The final decision to designate a winner shall be made by the Sponsor and/or Administrator. Winners who are U.S. persons are required to provide a KYC verified Coinbase or Kraken wallet address and accept an equivalent prize distribution in the form of USDT or USDC.

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