Covalent Ups Recruitment for Data-Driven Blockchain Skills Program as Job Market Evolves

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Web3 data provider pledges to address labor shortages and identifies data as the future of work; aims to hire and train 1000 new blockchain data analysts

NEW YORK – Coinbase Ventures and Binance Labs backed Covalent, a Web3 data provider and creator of Unified API keys, today announced a new Data Alchemist boot camp program aimed at bridging the skills gap for workers seeking employment in Look for technology or web3 companies rooted in data analytics. This initiative is optimistic about the future workforce, which relies heavily on data-related roles, and aims to improve blockchain professional development for individuals around the world.

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The new Data Alchemist boot camp expands on Covalent’s existing Alchemist program but is focused on developing skills for accessible, data-based jobs. The need for analytical skills is growing rapidly as user-controllable data explodes under Web3 and decentralization. The relevance of this initiative is fueled by the rapid evolution of the data analyst role, which has been identified as one of the fastest growing entry-level jobs.

Covalent renews its commitment to address the impending global labor shortage crisis by helping to hire and train 1000 workers for jobs at Tech and Web3 employers. While blockchain was once a seemingly niche sector, it is rapidly emerging as a significant position within the broader corporate and economic space, and supporting future data analytics with the most effective capabilities and utility will be crucial as this disruptive technology gains traction .

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“The only requirement for attending our Data Alchemist boot camp is a desire to learn about Web3; come with it and we’ll pay you to learn,” said Ganesh Swami, CEO of Covalent. “There is a real need for people who are experts in this new cross-section of data and blockchain. We would like to contribute to training these future managers in such a way that they can fill these new roles quickly at short notice. With this bootcamp we are trying to initiate change in an enthusiastic and fast-growing community.”

“We believe everyone deserves equal access to education and well-funded opportunities to explore career paths in Web3,” said Covalent data scientist Brandon Rochon. “The Alchemist program has allowed us to expand those opportunities while providing an environment in which we can explore and learn alongside our peers in an engaging, accessible, and effective way.”

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Covalent at mainnet: Covalent is presenting the new Data Alchemist Boot Camp program at Mainnet in New York, NY September 21-23, 2022. Visitors can sign up to learn more about the new program by contacting the Covalent team at Visit booth #114.

The new Data Alchemist boot camp program

Covalent will train new analysts on the fundamentals of blockchain business analysis. The curriculum includes a 4-week course of interviews and course challenges, with a new cohort available every four weeks after a two-week break. Participants have the opportunity to earn $500 USDC in weekly grants ($2,000 total) by solving curriculum-based challenges that expand skills and decision-making skills. The first course starts on October 19, 2022.

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The Alchemist Program

With an emphasis on education, network building, and exploration, to date, the Alchemist Program has enabled over 200 leadership roles and over 30 employment opportunities for the more than 2,500 alchemists who have participated in the program to date. By expanding the Alchemist program, Covalent is reducing the skills and education gap that is the most significant barrier to entry for Web3 jobs.

Covalent’s continued commitment to the importance of blockchain education is integral to their mission to enable the best use of blockchain technology and on-chain data. By sponsoring hackathons and training programs, Covalent ensures that aspiring blockchain professionals have easily accessible opportunities to learn and advance their careers.

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To learn more about Covalent’s Data Alchemist program, visit https://www.covalenthq.com/data-alchemist/ or follow us @Covalent_HQ on twitter.

About covalent

Covalent offers the industry-leading Unified API that gives visibility to billions of Web3 data points. Developers and analysts use Covalent to build exciting multi-chain applications like crypto wallets, NFT galleries, and investor dashboard tools using data from 42+ blockchains. Trusted by a community of over 32,000 developers, Covalent provides data for over 3000 applications including 0x, Zerion, Rainbow Wallet, Rotki, Bitski and many others.

Covalent was conceived at a hackathon and built during a bear market through a relentless and passionate pursuit of innovation. This creative, persistent spirit is at the core of the Covalent team and is clear in its mission to create opportunities for professionals to develop their skills. The Alchemist program bridges the gap to success in Web3, fostering employee growth and growth in the blockchain ecosystem.

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