Frontiers
For those building beyond the edge.
Frontiers is Paradigm's intense two-day conference and hackathon, where engineers, researchers and founders learn and build the next generation of open source software.
We believe the best way to understand and shape this future is to build it in the trenches with the developer community, and we have been doing just that for the past six years with our open source software and research.
We look forward to seeing you, at the frontier.
FAQ Frequently Asked Questions
How do I attend?
Attendance is by application and approval. Apply through the form on this site and our team will review your submission. If you're approved, we'll notify you with details about the event. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and close in mid-September.
Who should apply?
Frontiers is built for hyper-technical builders: application and infrastructure engineers, researchers, protocol developers, and open source contributors. If you're shipping at the frontier, this is for you.
What’s the format of the event?
Day 1 (Mon, Oct 12): Kickoff talk and evening reception.
Day 2 (Tue, Oct 13): Mainstage technical talks in the morning, hacking through the evening.
Day 3 (Wed, Oct 14): Morning talks, hacking, and hackathon presentations to close.
What does the hackathon involve?
The hackathon runs throughout the event. We will provide preview access & credits to AI tooling for participants. Our engineering team will be on-site to advise. Hack solo or in a team.
Will the talks be recorded or streamed?
Yes. All sessions are live streamed during the event and remain available afterward on our YouTube channel, so you can catch anything you missed or revisit a talk later. The hackathon itself isn't streamed, keeping the building space focused and low-pressure.
Is there a cost to attend and what is included?
Frontiers is free to attend with approval of your application. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided throughout, along with evening receptions.
Do you cover travel or hotels?
We're unable to cover travel expenses. Preferred hotels near the venue will be recommended upon acceptance.
Who can I contact with questions?
Reach out to frontiers@paradigm.xyz with any questions about the event, travel or your application.