# BaseLayer - Ep 1: Alexander Cutler (Core-contributor, Aerodrome)

- Channel: [Base](https://streameth.org/base)
- Date: 2025-12-09
- Duration: 04:56
- Watch: https://streameth.org/watch/yt-0uPIDELtFCg
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uPIDELtFCg

## Description

Alex Cutler built Aerodrome into the leading DEX on Base. But it didn't start that way. In this episode, Alex shares his journey from onchain observer to all-in builder, why he chose Base, the challenges he faced, and what it takes to build the new economy. 

This is BaseLayer Episode 001: a new series on the builders shaping the global economy.

Follow Alex: https://x.com/wagmiAlexander
Follow Aerodrome: https://x.com/AerodromeFi
Try Aerodrome: https://aerodrome.finance/