The next iteration of internet technologies is emerging where there is communal control by users on decentralised infrastructure, providing, said one expert, “privacy for the individual, transparency for the system.” 

Collectively called Web3, these decentralised platforms and applications are being built on blockchains, employing elements of decentralised finance, leveraging tokens and digital currencies.

To prepare for this coming Web3 world, Ireland must ensure that policy, education and skills, and the public and private sectors, are ready to take full advantage, adapting successfully to the new landscape.

Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet is conducting research to establish what will be needed to develop a talent-led approach to Web3, with support from Blockchain Ireland.

This survey is aimed at developers and builders to gauge the current situation in relation to Web3, to understand what needs to be done for tomorrow.

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* 1. Are you working, or have you recently worked, on a web3 or related project?

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* 2. Rate your confidence in your current skillset to work on web3 or related projects?

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* 3. Where do you go to find the information you need to improve your skills or solve your Web3 problem? (select all that apply)

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* 4. Which were, for you, the most valuable learning resources to get into web3 development?

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* 5. What are the current languages you currently work with on web3 and related projects? (Tick all that apply)

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* 6. What are platforms are you currently work with on web3 and related projects? (Tick all that apply)

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* 7. What are the tools and frameworks you currently work with on web3 and related projects? (Tick all that apply)

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* 8. In your opinion, is web3 significantly different in terms of the education and skills available, compared to other technologies you have developed in/encountered in your career to date?

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* 9. How many years have you spent as a developer before working on web3 projects?

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* 10. How many years have you spent as a developer on web3 projects?

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* 11. Do you specialise in any one area of web3 development?

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* 12. Do you intend to look for further skills and training in web3?

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* 13. Have you any web3 related skills that are beyond developer skills?

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* 14. If you answered no to the previous question, do you intend to acquire non-technical skills related to web3?

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* 15. How often do you participate in web3 or blockchain-related community events or meetups?

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* 16. Do you contribute to open-source Web3 projects, and if so, how often?

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