Solana Learning Path

🎯 Learning Path Overview

This learning path is designed to provide you with:

• Solid Foundation: Understanding of Solana blockchain fundamentals
• Practical Skills: Hands-on development experience with real projects
• Industry Knowledge: Best practices and professional workflows
• Portfolio Projects: Complete dApps to showcase your skills
• Community Engagement: Open source contribution experience

📚 Learning Phases

🎓 What You'll Learn

Phase 1: Solana Basic

• Blockchain Fundamentals: Understanding Solana as cloud computing
• Cryptography: Private/public keys, transactions, PDAs
• Wallet Management: Setup, security, and operations
• Network Architecture: Validators, consensus, block production

Phase 2: Coding with Solana

• Development Setup: Local validator, Rust, JavaScript, Anchor
• Smart Contracts: Writing and deploying Anchor programs
• Frontend Integration: Web3.js, React, wallet connections
• Version Control: Git workflow and collaboration

Phase 3: Ready for Internship

• Advanced Development: SPL programs, Token-2022, testing
• Production Deployment: Devnet, mainnet, optimization
• Professional Skills: Gitflow, open source contribution
• Portfolio Projects: Vault, escrow, custom hooks