For the first time in the country, Filipino-led edutech firm Bitskwela launched a blockchain-enabled developer microlearning (DML) platform called BitDev, which streamlines the complex process of creating, testing, and deploying Web3 applications for aspiring or learning software developers.
The release of BitDev addresses the gap identified by the 2023 report on worldwide blockchain and Web3 developer statistics, which shows that only 203 of 190,000 software developers in the Philippines focus on blockchain development.
With its mission to provide insightful education on Web3, BitDev aims to resolve this shortage by transforming existing Filipino Web2 developers into ready Web3 builders.
“At Bitskwela, we believe in bridging the gap by tapping into the potential of our already talented Filipino Web2 developers. Our vision is to transform the Philippines into a hub of world-class blockchain builders, and the BitDev platform is a step closer to that,” said Jiro Reyes, Bitskwela’s Chief Executive Officer.
A platform built for real-world Web3 challenges
Using a blockchain-enabled, specialized software called an Integrated Development Environment (IDE), already implemented by developers worldwide, BitDev intends to address real-life challenges that prevent Filipino web developers from engaging with Web3 technology. These include overcoming steep learning curves of core concepts, understanding language constructs during syntax building and compiling, and learning how to manage gas fees when using blockchain.
“BitDev is designed by developers for developers. Our goal is to make the platform as easy as possible to navigate the world of Web3. This achievement marks Bitskwela’s role in helping the Philippines keep up with rising blockchain technology across the globe,” explained Camille Puentespina, Bitskwela’s Chief Product and Technology Officer.
Hands-on training for real Web3 projects
Through BitDev, new developers can learn how to create real-life Web3 projects such as web or mobile applications, smart contracts, blockchains, cryptocurrency wallets, decentralized exchanges (DEXs), and decentralized apps (DApps). This is made possible through a Live Editor tool that provides hands-on coding experience, as well as access to various programming and scripting languages, including Javascript, CSS, HTML, Python, Solidity, and Move.
These languages are also used in the Web2 development courses offered on BitDev, further bridging the gap between Web2 and Web3 developers.
Partnerships with Philippine universities
Bitskwela has partnered with leading local universities such as Dr. Yanga’s Colleges Inc. (DYCI) and the Philippine Women’s University (PWU) to bring BitDev closer to Information Technology (IT) students.
“The partnership of Dr. Yanga’s Colleges Inc. with the visionary Bitskwela is a breakthrough in advancing blockchain technology. It excellently and effectively addresses critical social concerns of transparency, accountability, and integrity through an advanced and modern approach. Teaching this to the youth will make them the vanguards of truth and integrity at present and in the future,” said Michael Yanga, president of DYCI.
Bitskwela aims to integrate its platform into these universities’ curricula, equipping students with self-paced technical modules, blockchain-issued certifications, and opportunities to develop their own Web3 applications. Each course on the BitDev platform starts at a student-friendly price for learning developers. The platform can be accessed at developer.bitskwela.com.
“By enhancing digital literacy among future web developers, BitDev increases the employability of Filipino IT students—all while encouraging their participation in the expansion of blockchain development in the Philippines,” said Vince Edralin, Bitskwela’s Chief Operating Officer.
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