Pathways Index

Choose the learning path that matches your experience, goals, and availability.

Builders pathways are structured learning activities that help software developers build Bitcoin knowledge, technical skills, and open-source readiness. Each pathway can be completed independently (self-paced) or through a live, guided cohort when available.

Not sure where to start? This page helps you compare pathways and choose the right fit.

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How to Use this Page

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Review the pathway descriptions and levels

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Decide between self-paced learning or applying for a live cohort

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Click into a pathway page for full details, curriculum, and expectation

You do not need to join a live cohort to start learning.

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Comparison Snapshot

Pathway	Level	Focus	Capstone	Live Cohort
Mastering Bitcoin	Beginner	Theory & fundamentals	No	Yes
Learn Bitcoin from the Command Line	Intermediate	Bitcoin Core & CLI	No	Yes
Rust for Bitcoiners	Intermediate → Advanced	Rust & OSS	Yes	Yes
Language Clubs	Intermediate → Advanced	Python / C++	Yes	Yes

Self-paced learning is available for all pathways. Live cohorts run at specific times during the year.

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Not Sure Where You Fit?

• New to Bitcoin? → Start with Mastering Bitcoin

• Know the basics, want hands-on experience? → Learn Bitcoin from the Command Line

• Targeting serious OSS contributions? → Rust for Bitcoiners or Language Clubs

• Busy schedule or exploring first? → Start self-paced and apply later

If you already have strong proof-of-work and active open-source contributions, you may be closer to the Open Source Fellowship or long-term contribution paths.

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What Happens After a Pathway?

• Continued learning via the Builders Resource Hub

• Optional application to additional pathways

• Top performers from live cohorts may be invited to the Open Source Fellowship

• Long-term engagement through the Builders community and alumni network

Completion alone does not guarantee progression, readiness and consistency matter.