# Devconnect Argentina Warmup - Shayan & Sina | DeCaffeth

- Channel: [Decaffeth](https://streameth.org/decaffeth)
- Date: 2025-11-09
- Duration: 1:49:48
- Topics: DeCaffeth, Blockchain, Web3, Developers, Crypto, Event, Devcon, Devconnect, Ethereum, Devconnect Argentina, Devconnect 2025, Hackathon, Ethglobal
- Watch: https://streameth.org/watch/yt-PFZu3AfQ_PA
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFZu3AfQ_PA

## Description

In this session, experienced builders and contributors share practical insights, personal experiences, and valuable tips to help you make the most of Devconnect — whether you’re attending this year or planning for future editions.

Speakers:
Shayan Eskandari – Blockchain & Security Specialist
Sina Mahmoodi – Ethereum Core Developer

Hosts:
Mahdieh Amiri 
Sohrab Sameni 

🎤 Topics Covered:
- What are Devconnect and Devcon — and why they matter
- Travel & logistics: flights, visas, accommodation, budgeting, scholarships, hacker houses, and volunteering
- Navigating side events, using Luma effectively, and networking with purpose
- How to join hackathons like ETHGlobal, form teams, manage time, and increase your chances of success

Even if you’re not attending Devconnect this year, this session offers actionable insights and global community knowledge for anyone building in Web3.

💜 Come for the stories, stay for the community.
🌐 Learn more: https://decaffeth.com