The Best Way To Get Started Learning About Web3

Richard Gottleber

Jan 8, 2024 — 1 min read

I've thoroughly enjoyed my journey so far learning about Web3.

Unfortunately, when I first got interested in the space, I had a hard time figuring out where to start. There are tons of resources out there and knowing which ones to use is a daunting challenge.

So, if you are trying to learn more about Web3, here’s what I consider the best way to get started:

Watch These YouTube Videos

The Complete Guide to Full Stack Web3 Development by Nader Dabit is a must-watch beginner resource for anyone interested in Web3 Development. It’ll give you a solid understanding of the landscape. If you are feeling the need for something a bit beefier, this series by Patrick Collins is fantastic.

Listen To This Podcast

If you really want to start going down the rabbit hole, listen to Bankless. The hosts have their fingers on the pulse of the current happenings in the Web3 space.

Read This Book

I’m old school at times. I like books, even if they are often outdated by the time they are released in the software development space. I got a lot out of Building Ethereum Dapps by Roberto Infante, this book will give you a lay of the land, and is a helpful way to get your bearings.

These 3 resources will exponentially accelerate your learning process.

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