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    Contribute to the Algorand Developer Docs

    The official Algorand Developer Documentation repository is now public and open to contributions. Read the contributing guide to get started.

    Liz Baran
    Liz Baran Algorand
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    Oracle for Algorand Using Smart Contracts

    This solution shows how to combine Pyteal smart contract and a Java application to implement an Oracle, to provide real world data to Algorand smart contracts.

    Dame Seiel
    Dame Seiel
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    Beginner · 30 minutes
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    Generating And Securing A Vanity Address Using Rekeying

    This tutorial will show you how to use the Python package py-algorand-sdk to generate a new custom vanity Algorand address and how to subsequently secure it by rekeying it to an existing or new Algorand private key.

    Steve Ferrigno
    Steve Ferrigno Algorand
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    Royalty payments using ARC18

    This article summarizes the royalty payments ARC18 specification for Algorand Standard Assets(ASA) .

    Jason Weathersby
    Jason Weathersby Algorand
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    Smart Contract Storage: Boxes

    An overview of Smart Contract storage mechanisms, and technical details for how to use boxes.

    Anne Kenyon
    Anne Kenyon Algorand
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    print("Algokit v2, happy technology")

    With AlgoKit 2.0 we are bringing native Python to blockchain development, giving the millions of Python developers an easy onramp to the world of decentralized computing.

    Alessandro Cappellato Ferrari
    Alessandro Cappellato Ferrari Algorand
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    Build-A-Bull Developer Bootcamp - Beginner

    ### Why should I be interested in learning about Algorand and participating in the Bootcamp? * Algorand has AlgoKit to help you with the building process using languages you already know (TypeScript and Python) and with extensive documentation. * The costs and speed for testing on Algorand are extremely low, which will allow you to learn and test without friction. * The companies that work with Algorand are constantly looking for developers to join their work teams. At the end of the Bootcamp you will be able to participate in solving challenges that will test your knowledge and will serve as a cover letter for you to apply for a Web3 job in the Algorand ecosystem. * This Beginner bootcamp will give you the foundations needed to take part in our Intermediate bootcamp. * Grow your web 3 developer skills in time to be able to participate in our exciting [Global Virtual Hackathon](https://www.algorand.foundation/build-a-bull-hackathon) at the end of the year. **Each session will be 2 hours. Here’s what you can expect to cover over the 4 days:** * Session 1: Introducing AlgoKit – your window into Web3 * Session 2: Writing smart contract logic using TealScript * Session 3: Mastering the Application Binary Interface (ABI) * Session 4: Interacting with the DAO dApp using dAppFlow ### Prerequisites * GitHub account ([sign up](https://github.com/signup)) ### Why Algorand? When you decide to start working in blockchain, it is essential that you know the characteristics of the protocol that you are going to use, here are those of Algorand: * It is a layer 1 network that can process 10,000 transactions per second. * The cost per transaction is 0.001 ALGO == $0.0003 USD Approx. * Our blocks are processed in 3.3 seconds. * We are a carbon negative blockchain as we are committed to being environmentally friendly.

    Ryan R. Fox
    Ryan R. Fox Algorand
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    Ecommerce Payments Using PHP/Javascript

    Allow users to pay for online goods using Algorand assets at the checkout terminal.

    Blaise Bayuo
    Blaise Bayuo Developer Ambassador
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    An Algorand Blackjack implementation with Beaker

    Blackjack is the most played casino bank card game in the world. We show an implementation of a smart contract that runs single-player blackjack games against the bank in Beaker.

    Emanuele Cuncu
    Emanuele Cuncu
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    Instant Finality - What makes Algorand stand among blockchains

    Learn about Instant Finality, why it works and how it makes Algorand the best blockchain to develop on!

    Giorgio Ciotti
    Giorgio Ciotti Algorand Foundation
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    Stateful Smart Contracts, Rekeying, and Fast Catchup

    Stateful Smart Contracts, Rekeying, and Fast Catchup are brand new features that are now available to try on BetaNet. Learn more about what these features are and how to get started.

    Liz Baran
    Liz Baran Algorand
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    Reaching new transaction speeds on Algorand

    Introducing 3.3s transaction finality

    Juan Granados
    Juan Granados Algorand Inc
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    AlgoRanch @ EthDenver

    ![EditorImages/2025/02/12 14:52/Algorand-ETH_Denver-Email_banner.png](https://algorand-devloper-portal-app.s3.amazonaws.com/static/EditorImages/2025/02/12%2014%3A52/Algorand-ETH_Denver-Email_banner.png) Themes will cover some of the latest developments on Algorand – from the launch of staking rewards and new, super-simple node running tools, to updates with AlgoKit and the Algorand developer UX, tools for cross-chain building, new dapps and creators in the ecosystem, and more. ​Bring your laptop, your Pera wallet, and your boots… because we’ll be rounding up some of the best devs in town for these talks. Don’t miss out! ## ​Schedule: **🌟 10:00 - 11:30 AM | Stake & Eggs Brunch** ​ICYMI: Algorand 4.0 is here and with it comes the industry’s most accessible Staking Rewards program. ​There are already more than 3,000 mainnet nodes live across the globe. Join this session and learn more about consensus on Algorand and how to stake your claim with one of the industry’s most community-owned networks. ​Unlike other networks, staking on Algorand comes with: * no lock-up period * no slashing penalties * real-time rewards, paid every 2.8s as blocks are finalized * options for everyone to participate, from solo staking to staking pools and liquid staking ​Join this session to: * learn more about staking rewards and protocols on Algorand * get real-time help starting up your own Algorand node (with NodeKit for Algorand it takes as little as 15 minutes!) * enjoy a “light bites” brunch **​Speakers include:** * Patrick Bennett, CEO, TxnLab * Andrew, Founder, GalaxyPay * Algorand Dev Rels Brian Whippo, Chris Kim, and Gabriel Kuettel ​(Can’t wait ‘til the event to learn more about Algorand staking? Visit algorand.co/staking-rewards for all the juicy details.) ​🌟 **12:30 - 2:00 PM | RWAs, Prediction Markets, and Payments… let’s start building live!** ​Can you build all of that on Algorand? You bet your boots you can! And easily too, thanks to AlgoKit and the recently improved Algorand dev UX, offering native Python and TypeScript programming languages, a localnet block explorer, and more. ​Be sure to bring your laptop for this hands-on, technical session, where we’ll cover: * How to onboard to Algorand and start building in 5 minutes * A quick flyover of Algorand’s improved developer UX and industry-leading tools, like LORA (aka the live, on-chain resource analyzer) * How to mint Algorand Standard Assets (ASAs) – from memecoins to tokenized assets **Speakers include:** * Algorand Dev Rels Brian Whippo, Chris Kim, and Gabriel Kuettel * Jerry Chu, CEO & Co-Founder, and Mark Keane, Data Scientist Lofty / Alpha Arcade * Liv Hartoft Borre, Head of Customer Integrations, and Stefan Krumbaek, CCO, ZTLment ​**🌟 2:30 - 4:30 PM | Cross-Chain & Chill** ​Whoaaaa there, builders! Don’t miss these fun and informative chats on going cross-chain, Algorand memecoins, and more. ​Connect with Algodevs from key ecosystem projects. Show us what you’re building. Or just chill! We’re here to hang and connect. ​**🌟 2:45-3:10 PM | Build cross-chain with Router** ​Learn about building killer dApps in a multichain world! * Ram Ramachandran, CEO & Cofounder, Router * Min Wei, EVP of Ecosystem Growth, Algorand Foundation ​🌟 **3:15 - 3:40 PM | Taking DeFi cross-chain** ​The era of interoperable DeFi is upon us. Hear how builders are creating cross-chain experiences for users and tapping into new opportunities – and discuss what protocols and tools are still waiting to be built! * Zeno Auersperg, Cofounder & CEO, AQube * Ibu Karel, CMO, Folks Finance * Marc Vanlerberghe, CMO, Algorand Foundation ​🌟 **3:30-5:00 | Chat & chill with Algorand devs** ​Connect with Algodevs from key ecosystem projects, like ZTLment, TxnLab/NFDomains, Lofty, Monko, and more. Show us what you’re building. Or just chill! We’re here to hang and connect. ​ ​Before the event, be sure to download Pera wallet. Not only is Pera your gateway to the Algorand ecosystem, but throughout the event we’ll be sending out airdrops and other surprises to attendees.

    Emma Barry Murphy
    Emma Barry Murphy Algorand
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    Algo Tides - Manage Your Own Wallets with a Graphical Interface

    This solution introduces you to "Algo Tides" and describes common techniques in building a graphical interface on Algorand using Python.

    Giorgio Ciotti
    Giorgio Ciotti Developer Ambassador
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    Code Upgradeability Made Easy with the Algorand VM

    Algorand native code upgradeability makes life much more convenient. What would have to happen if that feature didn't exist? Take a deep look!

    Giorgio Ciotti
    Giorgio Ciotti Algorand Foundation
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    Flash Loans on Algorand VM vs Ethereum VM

    Have you ever wondered how Algorand feature set comes together to offer easy and convenient financial trades? Find out how it made flash loans easier!

    Giorgio Ciotti
    Giorgio Ciotti Algorand Foundation
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    Intermediate · 30 minutes
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    Algorand Blockchain Development using Reach Part 5 Non Participation

    Non-participation occurs both in the centralized and decentralized development worlds. In the case of commerce-driven development knowing how to handle this is paramount as a blockchain developer.

    Kwame Bryan
    Kwame Bryan Developer Ambassador
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    Leased Transactions: Securing Advanced Smart Contract Design

    Certain smart contracts can benefit from defining a Lease parameter, which can provide security for exclusive transaction execution, mitigate fee variability, and enable long-running smart contracts. Learn when and how to use Leases in this article.

    Ryan R. Fox
    Ryan R. Fox Algorand