🎪 DevCon 8: What to Expect & How to Participate
The biggest Ethereum gathering comes to India. Here is everything you need to know.
What is DevCon?
DevCon is the Ethereum Foundation's flagship conference, bringing together the entire Ethereum ecosystem under one roof. DevCon 8 will be held at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai, India in November 2026.
This is not your average tech conference. DevCon features:
- Talks and presentations from the leading minds in Ethereum and decentralized technology
- Hands-on workshops where you build real projects with expert guidance
- Community Hubs organized by community groups around specific topics
- Co-working spaces to hack, collaborate, and build with other attendees
- Discussion corners for deep, interactive conversations on Ethereum's future
- Side events happening all across Mumbai during DevCon week
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced developer, DevCon has something for every skill level and interest.
For All Profiles and Skill Levels
DevCon covers the full breadth of the Ethereum ecosystem:
| Track | Topics |
|---|---|
| Core Protocol | Censorship Resistance, Open Governance, Interoperability, ZK, Solidity |
| Development | Open Source, Developer Tools, Smart Contract Security |
| Privacy & Identity | Zero-Knowledge Proofs, DIDs, Privacy Tech |
| Applications | Consumer Apps, DeFi, Stablecoins, Gaming, On-chain Art |
| Community | DAOs, Governance, DeSci, ReFi, Social Media |
| Infrastructure | Nodes, Staking, Layer 2s |
| Emerging | AI + Ethereum, Biotech |
Why DevCon Matters for You
Skills in Action
DevCon is a hands-on event. Beyond just watching talks, you can participate in hackathons, coding challenges, and guided workshops. This is where you move from learning to building.
Career Opportunities
The Ethereum ecosystem is hiring. DevCon brings together startups, established companies, and DAOs that are actively looking for talent. Scholarships, accelerators, and recruiters are on-site.
Network with the Global Community
DevCon is the biggest gathering of Ethereum talent globally. Connect with protocol researchers, smart contract developers, UX designers, community builders, and founders.
Get Inspired
See what is possible when thousands of builders come together. From public goods to cutting-edge research, DevCon showcases the best of what the Ethereum community is creating.
Ways to Participate
| Role | Description |
|---|---|
| Attendee | Purchase a ticket and explore talks, workshops, and community events |
| Community Hub Lead | Propose and organize a Hub around a topic or region |
| DIP Submitter | Submit a DevCon Improvement Proposal to enhance the event |
| Volunteer | Help run the event from the inside with full access |
| Creative Crew | Join outreach, content creation, and community engagement |
| Music Stage | Open call for musicians and artists for performances |
| Speaker | Apply to share your expertise with the community |
| Supporter/Media | Support the event or cover it for your audience |
"DevCon is a space to learn, create, co-create, experiment, and connect."
DevCon 8 India: Be Part of It
DevCon 8 coming to India is a milestone for the South Asian Ethereum community. Mumbai will host thousands of developers, researchers, and builders from around the world.
How to prepare:
- Follow DevCon on social media for announcements and updates
- Check devcon.org regularly for ticket sales and application deadlines
- Start building: the best way to prepare for DevCon is to have a project or skill to bring
- Connect with local Ethereum communities: ETHIndia, ETHMumbai, and university blockchain clubs
Key Links
| Resource | URL |
|---|---|
| DevCon Website | devcon.org |
| DevCon on X | @EFDevcon |
| Ethereum Foundation | ethereum.foundation |
| ETHIndia | ethindia.co |
| Road to DevCon | devcon.org/road-to-devcon |
Discussion Questions
- Which DevCon track interests you the most and why?
- If you could propose a Community Hub, what topic would you choose?
- What project would you want to showcase at DevCon?
- How can local university blockchain clubs prepare for DevCon 8?