The #blockchain-api Writing Contest by dRPC & HackerNoon: Results Announcement 🎉

Greetings, Hackers!

Welcome to the #blockchain-api Writing Contest results announcement presented by dRPC and HackerNoon.

Since we launched the contest on June 12, 2024, #blockchain-api stories have kept readers glued to their screens for over 21 hours, as writers, thought leaders, builders, and innovators in the Web3 ecosystem discussed blockchain APIs, web3 dApp development, MEV protection, load balancing systems and more.

After a 15-day extension, the contest’s submissions window officially closed on September 27, 2024, at 11:59 PM. Entries submitted before the deadline were reviewed, and we’ve narrowed them down to our top 10 finalists.

Let’s meet them!

The #blockchain-api Writing Contest: Finalists

• How to Integrate Smart Contracts to the Frontend by @ileolami

• MEV Bots: How Do They Influence The Crypto Market? by @nftbro

• How to Monitor Blockchain Transactions in Realtime With dRPC and Web3.js by @emmanuelaj

• Why Is MEV Protection Crucial for RPC nodes? by @cryptobro

• Understanding the Tech Stack for Web3 DApp Development: A Guide by @ileolami

• Build Your Own Payment Solution that Accepts Crypto by @induction

• How to Deploy a Smart Contract to Ethereum Network Using dRPC API Key and Endpoint by @ileolami

• Your dApp Is Vulnerable - Here’s What’s Causing It by @emmanuelaj

• The Benefits of Load Balancing Systems by @cryptorrrrrr

• Gamifying Bitcoin using Blockchain-APIs - Part 1 by @maken8

These stories highlight some of the most innovative and practical uses of blockchain APIs. Whether you’re exploring blockchain development from a backend perspective, interested in the impact of MEV bots on the crypto market, or looking to build your own crypto payment solution, these writers have the answers you’re looking for. Be sure to check them out and follow these HackerNoon contributors.

After a thorough review and voting round by HackerNoon’s editorial team, we’re thrilled to announce the winners of the #blockchain-api writing contest.

And the Winners of the #blockchain-api Writing Contest Are…

3rd Place 🏆

https://hackernoon.com/mev-bots-how-do-they-influence-the-crypto-market?embedable=true

In the case of DEX and lending protocols, MEV is a good thing. But for normal users (I only buy, I only sell), phenomena like sandwiching lead to a total mess.

2nd Place 🏆

https://hackernoon.com/how-to-deploy-a-smart-contract-to-ethereum-network-using-drpc-api-key-and-endpoint?embedable=true

A step-by-step guide on how to write, compile, test and smart contract to Ethereum testnet using dRPC endpoint and API key.

1st Place 🏆

https://hackernoon.com/your-dapp-is-vulnerable-heres-whats-causing-it?embedable=true

RPC Nodes are significant part of the blockchain infrastructure. Read on to learn about the danger of centralized RPC and the reliable alternatives.

Congrats, once again, to all our winners. Thank you for all your hard work!

How to Claim Your HackerNoon Writing Contest Prize

• Contact yes-reply@hackernoon.com and sidra@hackernoon.com from the email address linked to your winning HackerNoon account.
• We will validate your claim and share a form requesting your details for reward distribution.
• You’ll receive your winnings in 2-4 weeks after completing the form.

Ready to be a winner?