Workshop 04: Governance and Building Real-World Blockchain Applications

This workshop introduces students to Cardano’s governance mechanisms and the development of real-world blockchain applications. Participants explore practical use cases in supply chain, healthcare, and financial systems while gaining hands-on experience with building and deploying smart contracts on the Cardano testnet. Interactive activities include simulating proposals and voting in Cardano’s governance system and engaging in peer-reviewed capstone projects. The workshop equips students with a deep understanding of decentralized governance and the tools needed to create impactful blockchain-based solutions.