Stacks is a Bitcoin Layer 2 blockchain that enables smart contracts and decentralized applications secured by Bitcoin's proof-of-work consensus. Expedition 31 is a time-bound developer initiative and global onboarding campaign focused on Stacks skills, projects, and community. The program features multiple routes, including the Vibe Coding Hackathon, Builder Challenges, and the Rise In hackathon. Top builders demonstrating exceptional commitment and impact are selected for an exclusive, all-expenses-paid Hacker House retreat dubbed the 'Legendary Lodge' in Buenos Aires.
To participate in Expedition 31, builders must choose their preferred learning and development routes via the official portal. Options include the Vibe Coding Hackathon on DoraHacks, recurring Builder Challenges, and specialized hackathons like the Rise In Build on Bitcoin event.
Participants are encouraged to attend virtual workshops, validation sprints, and pitch sessions to refine their ideas using Clarity smart contracts and AI-assisted coding tools. After building and submitting a functioning public demo on the Stacks network, top-performing developers are handpicked to attend the exclusive Legendary Lodge Hacker House retreat in Buenos Aires.
Visit the official Expedition 31 page to review available routes.
Register as a hacker on DoraHacks for the Vibe Coding Hackathon or Builder Challenges.
Attend structural sprints and workshops to learn Clarity and AI-assisted coding.
Build a project on Stacks and submit a functioning demo along with a pitch video.
Compete for event-specific prize pools and a chance to be selected for the Legendary Lodge Hacker House.