In this week's episode of DevNTell we'll be joined by Makoto Kern whose the founder of iiimpact.io. iiimpact helps companies co-create efficient, structured, and strategic software development processes that make targets, optimize internal productivity, and improve both your bottom line and operational management.

Viewers of this DevNTell will see Makoto give us an engaging talk around software development and how his firm is a cheat code for your success.

(00:00) Intro

(00:53) Makoto's Background and Journey into Tech

(02:38) Founding Impact and Early Challenges

(05:13) Growth and Success of Impact

(07:07) User-Centered Design Philosophy

(08:34) Challenges in Enterprise Software

(12:15) The Cheat Code for Company Success

(16:20) Common Pitfalls in Product Development

(20:01) Overcoming Failure and Ego in Business

(20:35) The Rise of AI and Vibe Coding

(21:48) Security Concerns in AI Development

(22:52) The Competence Mirage in AI

(27:07) Crypto: A Rollercoaster Ride

🤝 Makoto Kern, Founder @ iiimpact.io - https://x.com/theiiimpact
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In this week's episode of DevNTell we'll be joined by Kartika Chendorain whose the founder of HomeHive AI. HomeHive is building a new category of household intelligence centred around being privacy, family and planet first.

Viewers of this DevNTell will see Kartika give us an overview of HomeHive AI, why she's building it and a discussion around the future of household AI.

(00:00) Intro

(01:20) Guest Background and Career Journey

(03:01) Inspiration and Early Tech Influences

(05:36) Introduction to HomeHive AI

(10:01) Privacy and Specialized AI Agents

(14:46) User Experience and Future Plans

(28:14) Opportunities for Developers

(31:07) Final Thoughts

🤝 Kartika Chendorain, Founder @ HomeHive AI - https://x.com/silentspring30
🤝 Narb, DevNTell Host @ Developer DAO - https://x.com/narb_s

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In this week's episode of DevNTell we'll be joined by Kanishk Khurana whose a DevRel at Across Protocol. Across is an interoperability protocol powered by intents. It is the only crosschain intents protocol in production today, enabling the fastest and lowest-cost way to transfer value without security tradeoffs vs. traditional bridges.

Viewers of this DevNTell will see Kanishk give us an overview of Across Protocol, a discussion around bridging and how you can start using Across today!

(00:00) Intro

(01:06) Kanishk's Background and Journey into Crypto

(02:43) Transition to Web3 and Development Experiences

(06:29) Joining Across Protocol

(13:30) Understanding Across Protocol

(20:04) Demo of Across Protocol

(22:49) Bridging to HyperLiquid

(24:34) Exploring Liquidity Pools

(25:12) Developer Resources and Integration

(28:34) Understanding Intents and ERC 7683

(31:50) Personal Journey in Crypto

(36:56) Challenges in Web3 Communities

🤝 Kanishk Khurana, DevRel @ UMA/Across - https://x.com/KanishkKhurana_
🤝 Narb, DevNTell Host @ Developer DAO - https://x.com/narb_s

ℹ️ Website - https://across.to/
ℹ️ Docs - http://docs.across.to/
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In this week's episode of DevNTell we'll be joined by Ismail (aka smakosh) and Luca who are the founders of LLM Gateway. LLM Gateway is an open-source API gateway for Large Language Models (LLMs) acting as a middleware between your applications and various LLM providers.

Viewers of this DevNTell will see Ismail and Luca give us a talk about LLM Gateway, how and why it was built and how can you use it.

(00:00) Intro

(01:09) Meet the Founders: Ismail and Luca

(04:07) Inspiration Behind LLM Gateway

(05:42) Overview of LLM Gateway Features

(06:40) Live Demonstration of LLM Gateway

(11:52) Self-Hosting and Integration

(21:19) Future Roadmap and Expansion

(23:47) Open Source Community and Contributions

(31:53) Closing Remarks and Special Offer for Listeners

🤝 Ismail, Founder @ LLM Gateway - https://x.com/smakosh
🤝 Luca, Founder @ LLM Gateway - https://x.com/steebchen
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ℹ️ GitHub - https://github.com/theopenco/openllm
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In this week's episode of DevNTell we'll be joined by Dylan Fiedler (Head of Platform) from ARIO. ARIO seeks to create a decentralized and incentivized cloud network aimed at attracting more gateways to the Arweave network therefore making the permanent web more accessible to all.

Viewers of this DevNTell will see Dylan show us how Wayfinder, a client-side routing and verification protocol, makes accessing Arweave content fast, reliable, and verifiable.

(00:00) Intro

(01:19) Guest Introduction: Dylan Fiedler

(02:57) Dylan's Journey into Tech and Crypto

(08:19) Introduction to Wayfinder

(11:45) Wayfinder's Functionality overview

(16:32) Customization and Client Libraries

(18:58) Wayfinder Chrome Extension

(24:24) Use Cases and Community Engagement

🤝 Dylan, Head of Platform @ ARIO - https://x.com/iamdtfiedler
🤝 Narb, DevNTell Host @ Developer DAO - https://x.com/narb_s

ℹ️ Website - https://ar.io/access
ℹ️ Wayfinder extension - Chrome Web Store
ℹ️ ArNS portal - https://arns.app/
ℹ️ GitHub - https://github.com/ar-io/wayfinder
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In this week's episode of DevNTell we'll be joined by JZBNB and Marwan from BNB Chain. BNB Chain is a leading blockchain ecosystem designed to support the growing demands of the decentralized web.

Viewers of this DevNTell will see JZBNB and Marwan give us an overview of all the latest developments happening on BNB Chain and how you can get started building with them today.

(00:00) Intro

(01:19) Guest Introductions: JZBNB and Marwan

(06:03) Why Choose BNB Chain?

(08:57) Maxwell Hardfork Upgrade

(13:12) Developer Opportunities and MVB Program

(23:59) BNB Builder Bunker: IRL workspace in New York

(25:23) BNB Chain's AI Initiatives

🤝 JZBNB, Senior Engineer @ BNB Chain
🤝 Marwan, Head of EMEA & DeFi Lead @ BNB Chain - https://x.com/0xmarwan
🤝 Narb, DevNTell Host @ Developer DAO - https://x.com/narb_s

ℹ️ Website - https://www.bnbchain.org/en
ℹ️ 2025 & 2026 BNB Chain Outlook - https://www.bnbchain.org/en/blog/the-future-of-bnb-chain-an-outlook-for-the-rest-of-2025-2026-for-bnb-chain
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In this week's episode of DevNTell we'll be joined by Trevor Miller whose the founder of BitBadges. BitBadges offers tokenization-as-a-service, gating-as-a-service and other tools for you to build multi-chain dApps.

Viewers of this DevNTell will see Trevor give us an overview of BitBadges and all the latest features for you to build your next multi‑chain dApp.

Brought to you by our friends at Arbitrum DAO

(00:00) Introduction

(01:17) Sponsor Message

(01:57) Welcome Back, Trevor Miller

(02:34) Overview of BitBadges

(06:52) BitBadges Features and Capabilities

(15:11) Creating and Managing Tokens with BitBadges

(20:02) Q&A Session

(28:01) Getting Started with BitBadges

(33:12) Future Roadmap and Conclusion

🤝 Trevor, Founder @ BitBadges - https://x.com/trevormil23
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In this week's special builder series edition of DevNTell we'll be joined by Trxz Jones whose the founder of Locale Network. Locale Network is nn ecosystem on L3 Data Networks called City-Chains. Focusing on Economic development through DePIN, DeFi, and Smart City services.

Viewers of this DevNTell will see Trxz give an exciting talk around the history of community cooperatives, parallel currencies, and their vision to bridge Web3 liquidity to local communities for a modern spin on age-old economic development models.

Brought to you by our friends at Arbitrum DAO

— TIMESTAMPS

(00:00) Introduction

(01:41) Sponsor Message

(02:21) Guest Introduction: Trxz from Locale Network

(02:53) Trxz's Background and Journey into Crypto

(05:09) Locale Network: Vision and Mission

(12:21) Smart Cities and Data Networks

(14:31) Locale Network's Practical Applications

(18:11) Pilot Programs and Future Expansion

(19:47) Community Involvement and Open Source Development

(25:41) Walkthrough of the Locale Network Wallet

— GUEST & HOST

🤝 Trxz, Founder @ Locale Network - https://x.com/0xTrxz
🤝 Narb, DevNTell Host @ Developer DAO - https://x.com/narb_s

— SPONSOR

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In this week's episode of DevNTell we'll be joined by Rong Kai whose the CEO of Reactive Network. Reactive Network is an EVM-compatible execution layer that allows developers to create dApps using reactive contracts.

Viewers of this DevNTell will see Rong give us a deep dive into how Reactive Network is redefining Web3 automation including exploring event-driven smart contracts, secure AI integration, and the future of decentralized infrastructure.

Brought to you by our friends at Arbitrum DAO

(00:00) Introduction

(01:28) Sponsor Message

(02:08) Guest Introduction: Rong Kai, CEO of Reactive Network

(03:49) Rong Kai's Journey into Tech and Web3

(06:55) Deep Dive into Reactive Network

(09:27) Reactive Smart Contracts Explained

(19:23) Q&A and Interactive Discussion

(23:12) Solidity and EVM Compatibility

(25:15) Gas Costs and Efficiency in Reactive Smart Contracts

(27:26) Innovative Use Cases for Reactive Smart Contracts

(32:58) Getting Started with Reactive Network

(35:11) Grant Opportunities for Developers

(37:44) Roadmap and Future Developments

🤝 Rong, CEO @ Reactive Network - https://x.com/RongKaiPARSIQ
🤝 Narb, DevNTell Host @ Developer DAO - https://x.com/narb_s

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ℹ️ Website - https://reactive.network/
ℹ️ Reactive Network Telegram - https://t.me/Reactive_Network
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In this week's special builder series edition of DevNTell we'll be joined by Ryan and Eric who are the co-founders of ChainCraft. ChainCraft is an innovative platform that revolutionizes game development by integrating blockchain technology and artificial intelligence.

Viewers of this DevNTell will see Ryan and Eric show us how ChainCraft lets anyone create games through AI chat, turn them into blockchain assets, and compete with other players for crypto.

Brought to you by our friends at Arbitrum DAO

00:00 Introduction to the Episode

01:29 Sponsor Message

02:09 Meet the Co-Founders of ChainCraft

04:33 The Origin Story of ChainCraft

07:16 AI and Blockchain in Game Development

15:21 The Role of Blockchain in ChainCraft

21:28 Why ChainCraft chose Sanko and Arbitrum as their parent chain

28:14 Future of Gaming and Consoles

31:25 ChainCraft Roadmap and Community Involvement

34:16 Closing Remarks and How to Get Involved

🤝 Ryan, Co-Founder @ ChainCraft - https://x.com/BuchoStan
🤝 Eric, Co-Founder @ ChainCraft - https://x.com/EricWood753698
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ℹ️ Website - https://chaincraft.games/

ℹ️ Discord - https://discord.gg/72GuUnYxcE
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