Best of Web3 — August 2024

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    Build a Web3 Movie Streaming dApp using NextJs, Tailwind, and Sia Renterd: Part One

    Learn how to build a Web3 movie streaming decentralized application (dApp) using NextJs, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, and Sia Renterd. This guide covers setting up the project, installing necessary packages, and configuring environment variables. The tutorial is split into three parts: project setup, backend development, and frontend integration, making it easy to follow and implement the steps to create your own video streaming platform.

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    Soroban by Example

    Soroban by Example is a comprehensive resource aimed at helping developers transition to the Soroban smart contract language using a project-based approach. This resource focuses on making familiar concepts from other languages accessible, providing an interactive documentation explorer, and using AI to generate customized contract variants. Despite initial challenges, the team developed several supportive tools, including a custom GPT model and an integrated playground. Future plans include a monorepo, multilingual support, and potential consultation services within the Soroban ecosystem.

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    Where is Rust being used?

    Rust is increasingly being adopted across various industries due to its performance, memory safety, and robust type system. Key industries embracing Rust are cloud infrastructure (with companies like AWS, Google, and Microsoft using it for critical projects), web3 (platforms like Solana and Polkadot), systems and low-level programming (such as parts of Firefox and Windows), cybersecurity, and finance. Emerging areas of adoption include aerospace, robotics, and gaming. Knowing Rust fundamentals, building real-world projects, and networking are crucial for landing Rust roles.

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    How to become a Certified Web3 Professional in 2024?

    The post provides a detailed guide on becoming a certified Web3 professional in 2024, including the importance of blockchain fundamentals, smart contracts, and dApps. It emphasizes the growing demand for Web3 expertise and the career advantages of obtaining a Web3 certification. The post also outlines best practices and specific steps for developing a successful Web3 career, recommending reliable certification courses to ensure comprehensive learning and practical application of Web3 concepts.

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    Build a Web3 Movie Streaming dApp using NextJs, Tailwind, and Sia Renterd: Part Three

    This guide finalizes the process of building a Web3 movie streaming dApp using NextJs, Tailwind, and Sia Renterd. It covers integrating the frontend and backend, setting up Web3 authentication, configuring SQLite for database management, and defining various API endpoints for movie creation, update, deletion, and retrieval. It also involves enhancing different pages and components to interact with the API, making the application dynamic and data-driven.

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    Difference between Web3, Metaverse, and Blockchain?

    Web3, Metaverse, and Blockchain are pivotal terms in modern technology, each with distinct roles. Web3 represents the third stage of the internet driven by blockchain technology, focusing on decentralization. The Metaverse is a shared virtual space blending virtual and physical worlds, leveraging blockchain for digital economies. Blockchain serves as the foundational technology for both Web3 and the Metaverse, offering decentralization, transparency, and immutability. Understanding their differences is crucial for grasping how they individually and collectively reshape digital experiences.

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    Sony bets on Web3 with Soneium blockchain and incubation programme

    Sony Block Solutions Labs launched Soneium Minato, an Ethereum layer-2 testnet, and the Soneium Spark incubation program to promote Web3 technology. Aimed at mainstream adoption, the initiatives offer a public blockchain testnet and resources to support developers and creators in building innovative solutions. Soneium Spark provides mentorship, strategic partnerships, and up to $100,000 USD in investments per team, focusing on areas like DeFi, NFTs, gaming, and social applications. Applications open in mid-October with the program running through the following months.

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