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# If you know Python, you know blockchain: learn how to create a Python smart contract


- **Date:** Thursday, Jul 18, 2024
- **Time:** 13:00–15:00 (120 min)
- **Room:** Workshop room M1(60)
- **Event:** World Congress 2024

## Description

In this session you will learn how to create a complete, functional smart contract using native Python. We’ll cover:
> the unique native features of the Algorand blockchain
> how AlgoKit enables you to set up your complete environment in under 5 minutes
> how to use the Algorand blockchain features in real-world applications 
> the benefits blockchain can bring to an application

If you ever wondered how to build on blockchain, this workshop is for you. Learn to master the entire lifecycle of decentralized app development and leave ready to create your own Web3 project.


## Speakers

### [Camilo Molano Herrera](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@camilo-molano-herrera)

Developer Community Manager
### [Evert Diaz](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@evert-diaz)

Developer Relations Advocate, Algorand Foundation


## Related talks at this congress

- [If you know TypeScript, you know blockchain: learn how to create a TypeScript smart contract](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/events/world-congress-2024/sessions/190-if-you-know) — Camilo Molano Herrera, Joe Polny
- [How to Build for Decentralized Systems](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/events/world-congress-2024/sessions/121-how-to-build-for) — Alessandro Cappellato Ferrari
- [Connections Between Blockchain and APIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/events/world-congress-2024/sessions/39-connections-between) — Solange Gueiros
- [Why You Should Care About the Decentralized Computing Movement](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/events/world-congress-2024/sessions/83-why-you-should-care) — John Woods