Blockchain Tech Workshops

Introduction The Philippines is one of the fastest-growing markets for digital payments, but blockchain education is still limited to theory. Few students get the chance to work hands-on with real blockchain tools.Bitcoin Cash offers something unique: fast, low-cost, permissionless transactions and programmable money. By teaching CashTokens and CashScript, we are giving young developers the skills to create practical blockchain applications for payments, commerce, and beyond.This isn’t just about training—it’s about building capacity in communities where blockchain adoption can make the biggest difference. Workshop Content Each workshop runs for 2 full days and is designed to combine fundamentals, hands-on practice, and collaborative building. By the end of the workshop, participants will not just understand blockchain concepts—they will have built working prototypes that showcase Bitcoin Cash utility. Day 1: Foundations & Smart Contracts Morning Session: Introduction Blockchain Fundamentals: Understanding distributed ledgers and consensus Cryptography Basics: Public/private keys, digital signatures, and hashing Bitcoin Cash: History, features, and advantages UTXO Model: Understanding unspent transaction outputs Smart Contracts: Introduction to programmable money Afternoon Session: Cashscript Development Cashscript Language: Syntax, operators, and data types Contract Structure: Input/output validation and conditions Practical Examples: Building basic smart contracts Testing & Deployment: Tools and best practices Day 2: Framework Integration & Group Projects Morning Session: Quasar Framework Quasar Overview: Introduction to the framework Cashscript Integration: Using smart contracts in Quasar applications Frontend Development: Building user interfaces for smart contracts State Management: Handling contract interactions and wallet connections Afternoon Session: Group Projects Team Formation: Students self-organize into groups Project Selection: Choose from provided application templates or propose custom ideas Development Time: Hands-on building with instructor support Presentations: Groups showcase their applications All workshop content is published in a public repository: 🔗 github.com/paytaca/cashscript-workshop This ensures that the materials are not only used in our 12 schools but can also serve as a reference and toolkit for organizers worldwide. Anyone who wants to conduct similar workshops can freely access, adapt, and build upon these resources—expanding the reach and impact of Bitcoin Cash education far beyond the Philippines. Who We Are The workshops are organized by Paytaca. We are a Philippine-based Bitcoin Cash wallet and ecosystem builder, together with SciBiz Informatics, a blockchain and AI startup studio. Paytaca has onboarded hundreds of merchants, rolled out point-of-sale systems, and sponsored tech community events across the Visayas. SciBiz Informatics builds solutions ranging from payment hubs to tokenized platforms. With our track record and grassroots presence, we are well-positioned to deliver credible and impactful blockchain education. Meet the Trainers Our workshops are designed and conducted by the same developers who have been building real Bitcoin Cash applications. They’re not just teaching theory—they’re sharing battle-tested experience from projects already in use today. 👨‍💻 Joemar TagannaCEO & CTO of Paytaca, CTO of PurelyPeer, founder of SciBiz Informatics 👨‍💻 Jeff Khirvy Kyell SarmenDeveloper behind Paytaca Marketplace, StableHedge, and the AnyHedge integration in Paytaca. 👨‍💻 Ronaldo RamanoCreator of CashTokens Studio and developer of Multisig Wallet support in Paytaca. 👨‍💻 Jethro AlbanoEngineer of the backend and smart contracts powering PurelyPeer, a BCH-powered geolocation game. 👨‍💻 Edcel Marie BaliteDeveloper of the Paytaca P2P Exchange, bringing peer-to-peer crypto trading to grassroots communities. Participation Over the past three weeks, we have personally reached out to colleges and universities in Tacloban, Ormoc, and Cebu. The response has been overwhelming—12 institutions have already confirmed their participation in our Blockchain Tech Workshops. This means the program is fully greenlit; all that remains is execution. Tacloban & Ormoc Leg Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU Tacloban) – Sept. 9–10, 2025 (Tue–Wed) Western Leyte College (WLC Ormoc) – Sept. 16–17, 2025 (Tue–Wed) STI Ormoc – Sept. 18–19, 2025 (Thu–Fri) ACLC Tacloban – Sept. 22–23, 2025 (Mon–Tue) EVSU Ormoc – Sept. 25–26, 2025 (Thu–Fri) ACLC Ormoc – Sept. 29–30, 2025 (Mon–Tue) University of the Philippines (UP Tacloban) – Oct. 1, 2025 (Wed) Cebu Leg Asian College of Technology (ACT) – Oct. 2–3, 2025 (Thu–Fri) University of Cebu (UC Main) – Oct. 7–8, 2025 (Tue–Wed) University of San Jose-Recoletos (USJR) – Oct. 9–10, 2025 (Thu–Fri) University of the Visayas (UV) – Oct. 17–18, 2025 (Fri–Sat) University of Southern Philippines Foundation (USPF) – Oct. 23–24, 2025 (Thu–Fri) University of Cebu (UC Banilad) – Participating, schedule to be finalized University of Cebu (UC Lapu-Lapu & Mandaue) – Participating, schedule to be finalized Budget & Use of Funds Our trainer team, along with our marketing team, will be on the ground full-time, conducting two-day workshops in each school. To make this possible, we are seeking $11,000, allocated as follows: 1. Travel & Accommodation – $4,200 Transport for trainers between schools and cities Two months’ accommodation in Ormoc and Cebu for the trainer team 2. Training Materials – $1,000 Printed certificates, handouts, and reference sheets Student kits (USBs, pens, notebooks) Fund for test exercises in mainnet 3. Meals for Trainers – $2,000 Meals and snacks for trainers and marketing team 4. Swag & Incentives – $1,000 T-shirts, stickers, lanyards for participants Small prizes for group work and project demos 5. Trainer Allowance & Honoraria – $1,400 Allowance for trainers and marketing team 6. Contingency Fund – $1,400 Buffer for unexpected costs such as extra transport, supplies, or technical issues Any excess from the funds from significant BCH Stretch Goals Should the BCH price significantly increase during the campaign, any excess funds will be put to good use by extending the program’s impact. Specifically, we will channel these resources into: 1. Student Hackathon – A follow-up event where workshop participants can compete in building Bitcoin Cash-powered applications. 2. On-Site Marketing Activities – Visibility efforts around campuses and communities to raise awareness and adoption of Bitcoin Cash. 3. Cashback Promos with Paytaca Merchants – Incentives for students and local communities to try using BCH in real transactions, reinforcing what they’ve learned.These stretch goals will make the workshops more than a training initiative—they’ll become a catalyst for a wider BCH adoption movement in the Philippines. Impact of Your Support Your contribution will: Train hundreds of students on practical blockchain development Build a new wave of grassroots innovators ready to use and expand Bitcoin Cash Strengthen the BCH ecosystem in communities where Paytaca already has traction Lay the groundwork for future hackathons, startups, and open-source projects built on BCH Together, we are not just funding a workshop—we are investing in the future builders of decentralized technologies powered by Bitcoin Cash. Call to Action Help us spark a movement of young blockchain innovators in the Philippines. By backing these workshops, you’re fueling both education and adoption of Bitcoin Cash at the grassroots. 🔗 Donate today and share this campaign with the BCH community. Together, we can grow Bitcoin Cash adoption from the ground up.