The JAM Course has been launched by Polkadot Blockchain Academy. The goal of this educational program is to introduce Polkadot’s innovative new architecture to the most talented technical brains in the sector.
Developed as a more practical, technical follow-on to the PBA Campus and the JAM Tour, the JAM Course will educate developers on the fundamental elements of Polkadot’s new architecture. It’s the first course specifically focused on the Join-Accumulate Machine (JAM) technology and applications, as developed by Dr. Gavin Wood.
The JAM Course is intended for expert Web3 developers who are curious about what Gavin Wood and his team believe to be at the vanguard of blockchain innovation. It combines in-depth lessons, hands-on workshops, and a space for discussion and Q&A.
JAM is a new Polkadot architectural layer that is intended to secede the relay chain. Solidity smart contracts, permissionless code execution, and roll-up outputs are all supported by JAM. This makes it possible to execute computation off-chain before sending it to JAM. Because JAM offers a flexible framework for both, developers no longer have to choose between building smart contracts or appchains.
The Refine, Accumulate, and OnTransfer functions are among the parts of JAM that participants in The JAM Course will get a thorough grasp of. Following a high-level introduction to JAM’s architecture, the course will examine real-world uses for the technology and demonstrate to participants how to create applications using JAM in conjunction with tools like the Polkadot Virtual Machine and Polkadot API.
Although it is being offered to a more industry-established audience, the JAM Course expands on Polkadot Blockchain Academy’s dedication to developing talent and promoting innovation in the web3 sector. The program will provide developers the chance to get firsthand knowledge from the architects of Polkadot’s cutting-edge technology. The goal of the course is to provide developers with practical knowledge that will enable them to apply innovative solutions in various blockchain ecosystems.
Polkadot Blockchain Academy CEO Pauline Cohen Vorms said:
“JAM represents the next frontier for Polkadot, and this course is a gateway for developers eager to explore its transformative potential. Through this program, participants will not only gain technical expertise but also a deeper understanding of how Polkadot is driving the future of blockchain interoperability. We are excited to see how this new knowledge will inspire developers to push the boundaries of what’s possible in web3.”
Since its founding, Polkadot Blockchain Academy has led the way in blockchain education by providing developers and web3 aficionados throughout the globe with easily accessible, excellent learning options. The academy’s four-week entry-level program, PBA-X, was successfully launched, and the JAM Course expands on that success by giving participants the skills they need to succeed in a decentralized world.
Participants will finish the course with the ability to use these talents in their profession and be prepared to contribute to the next wave of Web3 development, from grasping the subtleties of the Polkadot Virtual Machine to using JAM’s distinctive architecture. Interested parties may immediately register for information on the application process for this in-person course, which is scheduled to begin in December 2025.
