Zero Knowledge Weekend Workshop Vancouver
Note: This workshop is designed specifically for students and individuals passionate about becoming leaders in their local Zero-Knowledge (ZK) cryptography communities.
Interested in Zero-Knowledge (ZK) cryptography? This two-day, hands-on workshop (hosted by the Ethereum Foundation in collaboration with Ethereum Vancouver) will introduce you to the mathematical and cryptographic foundations of this transformative technology.
Led by Wanseob Lim, a researcher at the Privacy & Scaling division of the Ethereum Foundation with over five years of ZK expertise, this workshop will help you build the skills needed to contribute to and lead local ZK initiatives.
What to Expect
This workshop focuses on the technical aspects of ZK cryptography—not applications or investments. Participants should be ready to dive into hands-on mathematical and cryptographic problem-solving. 🤓
Workshop Schedule
Day 1: Foundations and Applications
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM: Welcome and Introduction
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Cryptography Basics & Intro to Zero-Knowledge Proofs
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM: Commitments and Merkle Trees
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Interactive Proofs
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM: Real-World Applications
Day 2: Advanced Concepts
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM: Recap of Day 1
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Deep Dive into ZK-SNARKs (kzg + groth16 & plonk)
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Polynomial Commitments and Real-World Use Cases
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM: Q&A, Review, and Next Steps
Join us to explore Zero-Knowledge cryptography, connect with others passionate about this field, and prepare to lead the way in your local ZK community!