Getting Started with Web3: Zero to Hero

The ultimate beginner's guide to the decentralized web. Learn to create a secure wallet, protect your assets, and make your first transaction on the Base network. No prior experience needed.

Duration

1 hour

Rewards

+42 Points

Certification

On-chain NFT

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Curriculum Modules

7 Total Chapters

Chapter	Topic & Objectives	Duration
01Welcome to OpenxAI Community	Course Overview: Wallets, Transactions, and Web3 Identity	5 min
01.1Learn, Build, Earn with the OpenxAI Circle Community	The 'Learn, Build, Earn' PhilosophyNavigating the Circle Platform (Jobs, Forums, Activity)Contributor Tiers & Rewards	10 min
01.2Intro to OpenxAI	What is OpenxAI?Decentralized AI vs Centralized AIThe Future of AI Infrastructure	2 min
02The Web3 Mindset: Ownership & Security	Web2 vs Web3: Why it mattersTrue Digital OwnershipThe 'Not Your Keys, Not Your Crypto' ruleSecurity Fundamentals (Phishing, Seed Phrases)	10 min
03Choose Your Weapon: Creating a Wallet	Wallet Types: Browser Extension vs Mobile vs SocialReown: The Easiest StartCoinbase Wallet: Best for BaseMetaMask: The Industry Standard	15 min
04Your First On-Chain Action	Funding your wallet (Faucets)Understanding Gas FeesThe 'Hello World' TransactionChecking the Block Explorer	20 min
05Next Steps	Course OutroCertificate ClaimAdvanced Courses	5 min

Learning Outcomes

Understand different Web3 wallet options
Create a wallet using Reown, Base, Binance, or MetaMask
Understand wallet security best practices
Perform basic transactions and connect to dApps

Prerequisites

None (Open to everyone)