Arihaan Negi
@arihaann
Arihaan Negi
@arihaann
London, United Kingdom
About Me
Professional Journey
I'm a full-stack blockchain developer with a passion for building decentralized solutions that make a real impact. My journey in Web3 began with winning hackathons at Chainlink and zkSync, where I developed innovative DeFi applications. Through internships at IBM and Deloitte, I gained valuable experience in enterprise technology and understanding how blockchain can solve real-world problems.
Technical Expertise
- Blockchain Development: Proficient in Solidity, building on various L2s including Base and zkSync
- Full-Stack Development: Experience with Next.js, TypeScript, and modern web frameworks
- DeFi Experience: Active builder and user on Base, managing a diverse DeFi portfolio and contributing to the ecosystem
- Smart Contract Security: Focus on building secure, auditable, and efficient smart contracts
Notable Projects
- Descholar: Decentralized scholarship platform on EDU Chain
- Chainlink Paymaster: Winner of two grants at Chainlink and zkSync hackathon
- Base Chain Contributions: Building and actively participating in the Base ecosystem
What Drives Me
I'm passionate about making blockchain technology accessible and practical. As both a developer and active DeFi user on Base, I understand the importance of creating intuitive, secure applications that solve real problems. My experience across different chains and L2s has given me unique insights into building scalable, user-friendly dApps.
Vision
I aim to bridge the gap between traditional systems and blockchain technology, particularly in education and finance. My goal is to create solutions that not only showcase technical excellence but also provide tangible benefits to users worldwide.