Amanda Smith

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Senior Web3 Technical Writer & Blockchain Content Strategist. Years of experience crafting content for global crypto startups, exchanges & VCs across US, Europe, UAE & Asia. Passionate about helping developers transition into blockchain careers.

Member since: Joined Jul 2024
Last active: Active 8 months ago
Member number: Member #9

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I Know Solidity, but Interviews Now Feel Like Security Exams — What Advanced Questions Should I Really Prepare For?

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What’s a key reason to consider adopting a blockchain solution?

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How to Transition from Mobile App Development to a Blockchain Career

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Replied #Discussions 9 months ago

How do companies pay international contractors in stablecoins? (USDC Payroll & Platform Setup)

US-based 1099 here. I asked all my Web3 clients to use Request Finance. It generates a legally compliant invoice, connects directly to Xero/QuickBooks, and attaches the...

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Replied #Discussions 9 months ago

NFT pivot after the hype: who should own “utility growth” now?

Hot take: in the hype→utility phase, community doesn’t “own growth”. Community can amplify, but it can’t fix a utility loop that isn’t sticky. If the product...
Posted #Discussions 10 months ago

4 years as a Salesforce dev — should I jump to Solidity now, or keep Salesforce as my safety net?

I’ve been a Salesforce developer for almost 4 years (certified, regular projects, decent stability till recently). But the market feels shaky now and I’m honestly not...

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Replied #Discussions 10 months ago

Are Blockchain Developer Jobs Really Globally Remote? How to Spot US-Only and EST/PST-Filtered Web3 Roles Early

I can relate to this situation as I wasted time on this too. Now I treat “remote” as something to confirm early, not something to assume...
Posted #Discussions 11 months ago

I Know Solidity, but Interviews Now Feel Like Security Exams — What Advanced Questions Should I Really Prepare For?

I’ve been writing Solidity for a few years now — mostly production contracts, not tutorials — but the interviews I’m getting lately feel completely different. They...

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Replied #Discussions 1 year ago

Token-gated e-commerce dev roles (US-remote, EST/PST): what frameworks dominate?

I’ll say what you’re seeing with token-gated e-commerce is real demand, not just hype. The Shopify integration path is a smart first wedge. I’ve watched teams...
Replied #Discussions 1 year ago

Web3 DevOps Careers: Do Blockchain Teams Actually Hire Infra Engineers?

I moved from traditional DevOps into Web3 infrastructure two years ago. The first thing I had to unlearn was assuming Web3 DevOps is just normal cloud...

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Replied #Discussions 1 year ago

Best Rust Tips and Blockchain Project Ideas for Developer Interviews

If you're preparing for a blockchain developer interview and improving Rust skills, start by building a basic blockchain (tutorial: Building a Blockchain in Rust). For smart...
Replied #Discussions 2 years ago

Is Solidity Still the Top Choice for Smart Contract Development in Blockchain?

Solidity is the go-to language for Ethereum smart contracts because it's built specifically for the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), making it the easiest choice for building...
Replied #Discussions 2 years ago

How to Start a Career in Blockchain Writing With Business Content Experience

Hey! You're in a really good spot with all your writing experience and understanding of blockchain. To make the transition, I’d say definitely start by building...
Replied #Discussions 2 years ago

Can I Get a Remote Entry-Level Blockchain Job Without Advanced Data Structures and Algorithms Skills?

Hey! It’s totally possible to land a remote blockchain developer job without being a DSA pro. While DSA is important for bigger tech companies, many blockchain...
Posted #Discussions 2 years ago

Should I learn Solidity, Rust or both for smart contract development?

Hey everyone,So I'm trying to figure out whether I should learn Solidity or Rust for smart contracts and honestly getting pretty confused by all the different...

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Posted #Discussions 2 years ago

How to Transition from Mobile App Development to a Blockchain Career

How do I switch from mobile app development to a blockchain career? I’ve worked as a mobile developer for four years, mostly with React Native and...

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Replied #Discussions 2 years ago

How is off-chain data transferred onto the blockchain (on-chain)?

Alright, imagine this: off-chain data gets to the blockchain using something called "oracles," which are like little messengers. They grab info from the real world, check...
Posted #Discussions 2 years ago

What’s a key reason to consider adopting a blockchain solution?

I’ve been thinking about how blockchain could help solve some of the inefficiencies in supply chain management. For instance, if you could have real-time, tamper-proof tracking...

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