FAQ

What is Protocol Labs?

Protocol Labs is made up of

600+ independent teams⁠

working together to drive breakthroughs in computing. Our work spans the innovation pipeline, from early research projects to successful startups that reach millions of users.

What is LabWeek?

LabWeek is a decentralized conference convened by network teams in Protocol Las. Taking place in emerging tech hubs around the world, it’s a chance for PL network teams to connect, collaborate and innovate across their fields of expertise. Events span topics such as zk proofs, AI, neurotech, decentralized storage, public goods funding, blockchain scalability, DePIN, cryptoeconomics, DeSci, and many more.

This year, there are 3 LabWeeks focused on Public Goods, Field Building and Web3. Join us for a week of summits, research-focused seminars, engineering workshops, unconferences, and happy hours that are open to anyone interested in learning more.

Who is it for?

LabWeek is attended by Protocol Labs network teams from around the world, and is also open to the public. LabWeek is for subject experts, those who want to share big ideas, go deeper on conversations, debate issues and possible solutions. If you're interested in connecting with like-minded individuals working at the forefront of emerging tech, then LabWeek is for you.

When will it take place?

LabWeek I Field Building will be from June 10 to June 16, 2024

Where will it take place?

LabWeek is a decentralized conference and events will take place in Healdsburg, California in the US, as part as Edge Esmeralda.

What is Edge Esmeralda?

Edge Esmeralda is a "popup village" for people who believe the future can be better and are actively working to make it happen. It is taking place in Healdsburg, California, June 2-30.

We aim for this to be the healthiest and most productive time of your year — a place to go deep in your work and learn from fellow experts in other fields while incubating novel technology and ways of living.

This gathering is also a prototype for a permanent new town, Esmeralda. The lessons we learn will be carried forward to build this long-term vision.

You can learn more about Edge Esmeralda in this

letter from the organizers.⁠

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Who is Edge Esmeralda for?

The village will be filled with high-agency people who are building towards a better future: founders, scientists, urban planners, researchers, engineers, philosophers, storytellers, and beyond. We look for thoughtful people who are brilliant, curious, and kind.

‍Families with kids are welcome. We will have childcare and fun activities for the whole family throughout the month. One of our major goals is to integrate family life with creative life.

If you’re a Sonoma County local, you can skip the application process altogether. Click

here⁠

to purchase an access pass for Edge Esmeralda.

I’m in! How do I register for LabWeek?

Great! Please review the “Register” section for more information.

All sessions are optional?!?

Yes! This is a choose-your-own-adventure event, so please choose the events, sessions, arrival and departure dates, and activities that are interesting and relevant for you.

A bunch of us are actively working on putting together a fantastic schedule. Please jump in to help make this thing a thing that helps you.

How does lodging work?

Read more about housing for Edge Esmeralda on a

dedicated post⁠

on their blog.

As a summary, you have two options:

You can coordinate your own lodging.

As an add-on to your ticket, Edge Esmeralda will coordinate lodging for you.

Edge Esmeralda has reserved a hotel block at a discounted rate to make lodging more affordable, & we're working with a great local accommodation partner to hold homes as well.

There is limited space, so we recommend signing up for lodging as soon as they release tickets. If you

sign up for updates⁠

, they'll let you know as soon as they open up ticket sales & lodging sign ups.

Do I need a visa to attend?

Attendees are responsible for checking requirements and arranging their own visas to the US. Please note that visas and any fees to support obtaining your visa is up to the individual to cover the cost of these services. We are unable to provide personalized invitation letters for attendance.

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