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Helios Horizons Ep.43: A RiseIn Tide for Developers with Kaan Kacar
Kaan's journey from Turkish lawyer to Web3 builder exemplifies the transformative power of decentralized technology. Working 12-hour days at Coca-Cola's legal department, he would come home and code until 3 AM, driven by curiosity and determination rather than financial gain. This dual life continued for years until the stark contrast between systems became impossible to ignore – in Turkey's legal world, cases drag on for decades, while in Web3, developers complain if transaction finality takes more than seconds.
Through his role at Rise In, Kaan now connects blockchain ecosystems with hungry developers, often focusing on regions like India, Kenya, and Turkey where talent is abundant but opportunity has historically been limited. His approach isn't merely technical; it's deeply personal. "You want to have as many friends as possible," he explains, emphasizing that successful ecosystem growth comes from holding developers' hands throughout their journey – connecting them with VCs, sponsoring event attendance, and being their champions in a competitive space.
The regional differences Kaan has observed are telling. Developers from countries with economic challenges often demonstrate extraordinary hunger and determination, partly because a modest Web3 opportunity might represent multiple times their local minimum wage. This creates a powerful incentive to learn quickly and build relentlessly. Meanwhile, his own side project – a Solidity to Rust transpiler – addresses a critical ecosystem bottleneck, potentially allowing thousands of EVM developers to build on WASM-based chains without learning a new language.
Whether you're a blockchain foundation looking to grow your ecosystem, a developer considering the leap into Web3, or just fascinated by the global transformation happening in this space, Kaan's perspective offers valuable insight into how genuine connections and problem-solving drive this industry forward. Connect with the Rise In team at upcoming events in Istanbul and Dubai to learn more about joining this worldwide movement.
Stay tuned for next weeks Episode and don't forget to follow us on X and visit our website for more information.
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By Helios StakingKaan's journey from Turkish lawyer to Web3 builder exemplifies the transformative power of decentralized technology. Working 12-hour days at Coca-Cola's legal department, he would come home and code until 3 AM, driven by curiosity and determination rather than financial gain. This dual life continued for years until the stark contrast between systems became impossible to ignore – in Turkey's legal world, cases drag on for decades, while in Web3, developers complain if transaction finality takes more than seconds.
Through his role at Rise In, Kaan now connects blockchain ecosystems with hungry developers, often focusing on regions like India, Kenya, and Turkey where talent is abundant but opportunity has historically been limited. His approach isn't merely technical; it's deeply personal. "You want to have as many friends as possible," he explains, emphasizing that successful ecosystem growth comes from holding developers' hands throughout their journey – connecting them with VCs, sponsoring event attendance, and being their champions in a competitive space.
The regional differences Kaan has observed are telling. Developers from countries with economic challenges often demonstrate extraordinary hunger and determination, partly because a modest Web3 opportunity might represent multiple times their local minimum wage. This creates a powerful incentive to learn quickly and build relentlessly. Meanwhile, his own side project – a Solidity to Rust transpiler – addresses a critical ecosystem bottleneck, potentially allowing thousands of EVM developers to build on WASM-based chains without learning a new language.
Whether you're a blockchain foundation looking to grow your ecosystem, a developer considering the leap into Web3, or just fascinated by the global transformation happening in this space, Kaan's perspective offers valuable insight into how genuine connections and problem-solving drive this industry forward. Connect with the Rise In team at upcoming events in Istanbul and Dubai to learn more about joining this worldwide movement.
Stay tuned for next weeks Episode and don't forget to follow us on X and visit our website for more information.