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Hersh and Dawufi welcomed Nader Dabit, Director of Developer Relations at Eigen Labs, for a wide-ranging conversation on his journey through tech and crypto. The discussion traced Nader’s career from Amazon Web Services and React Native prominence to his deeper involvement in crypto beginning in 2015. He shared insights into the evolution of Web3, the importance of shared infrastructure and developer experience, and highlighted projects like zkTLS and Eigenlayer that reflect his vision for the future. The trio also examined the diverging public perceptions of AI and crypto, touching on the speculative nature of crypto Twitter. Nader closed with an optimistic outlook on the convergence of AI and blockchain, urging builders to focus on real value over hype.

Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction01:09 - Journey into React Native02:56 - Transition to Training and Consulting05:02 - Content Creation and Social Media06:25 - Challenges with Twitter vs. Farcaster10:55 - Current State of Crypto and Shared Infrastructure12:33 - Navigating Career Paths in Crypto15:41 - Perception of AI vs. Crypto19:04 - Exciting Developments in Crypto22:39 - User Experience in Crypto Applications25:55 - Developer Experience and Adoption28:50 - Best Consumer-Focused Crypto Apps30:19 - Engagement and Community on Farcaster31:35 - Critique of Crypto Twitter34:09 - Financialization of Crypto Projects36:12 - The Importance of Building Great Products38:53 - Closing Thoughts on the Future of Crypto

Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.