I am the founder of Oneblock+, yaxun. I am an enthusiastic supporter and long-term holder of DOT, and actively participate in and contribute to the development of the Polkadot developer ecosystem. At the end of 2018, I founded the Oneblock+ developer community, which has now become a well-known Polkadot Chinese developer community in China and maintains good relationships with many Polkadot ecological project parties, developers, and contributors.Most of Polkadot developers in China learned and grew through the Oneblock+ community.
OneBlock+ Developer Community is the earliest and largest Chinese developer community of Polkadot.After five years of accumulation and precipitation, it has grown into a leading substrate & polkadot developer community in the industry. With a mature community ecosystem, we build a comprehensive growth path for developers by producing Substrate-related technical articles, organizing online and offline technical activities, offering a series of developer courses, and hosting the Polkadot Hackathon, continuously enabling developers to explore the Polkadot and Substrate ecosystems.
Since 2021,we has successfully applied for funds from the Polkadot Treasury 8 times doTreasury | Empower treasury with credit building (from Gov1 to OpenGov) and all work has been completed with high quality,If you’re not familiar with what Oneblock+ is doing, let’s review some data:
- The Substrate & Polkadot technical articles has been read by 200,000+ people across the entire network
- Online and offline events have cumulatively covered 12,000+ developers
- Substrate & Polkadot development courses have trained nearly 3,000 developers
- Oneblock+ has successfully held 6 Polkadot hackathons,and the Polkadot Hackathon competition has cultivated more than 300 start-up projects.
Why Oneblock+？
Oneblock+ is a long-term contributor and active member of the Polkadot community: Since 2019, Oneblock+ has been focusing on the construction of the Polkadot Asian developer community, training 3,000 Substrate developers and more than 300 projects to join the Polkadot ecosystem, and has gotten Polkadot Treasury funding 8 times, one of the few long-term contributors.
Oneblock+'s Deep Engagement in the Polkadot Developer Community:
- From 2019 to the present, Oneblock+ has published over 600 original and translated Polkadot-related technical articles, which have accumulated over 200,000 views.
- Oneblock+ has organized more than 100 online technical events such as AMAs, OfficeHours, and Workshops, which have garnered over 100,000 views in total.
- Oneblock+ has also hosted more than 20 offline technical exchange events in cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Xi’an, attracting over 5,000 developers.
- Furthermore, Oneblock+ has successfully conducted 13 Substrate & Polkadot introductory courses and 6 advanced courses, with the course videos garnering a total of 180,000 views and engaging over 3,000 developers.
- Additionally, Oneblock+ has successfully hosted 5 Polkadot Hackathons, incubating over 300 Polkadot and Substrate ecosystem startups.
The above-mentioned in-depth community participation and resource investment have given Oneblock+ a deep understanding of Polkadot’s technology and governance.And we’ve noticed a lack of representation from the Asian region within the Polkadot community, which has led to many users’ voices and concerns not being adequately communicated.
Joining the Decentralized Voices program provides us with a great opportunity to connect with teams and individuals from other regions who contribute to the Polkadot developer community. This will enable us to better exchange experiences and skills. Through this appointment, we hope to amplify and reflect the voices from all regions within the Polkadot ecosystem.
What types of proposals can Oneblock+ handle?
As an organization that has long-term contributed to developer community education and Polkadot support, Oneblock+ is good at and willing to review and comment on proposals related to community education, innovative and feasible projects, and projects that optimize the current ecological stability of Polkadot. Specifically, this may include the following:
- Support Maintenance and Upgrade Proposals: These are foundational for the network’s stability and security.
- Invest in Development Initiatives: Fostering innovation and improving network functionalities.
- Promote Educational and Multilingual Initiatives: These efforts are vital for broadening the ecosystem’s reach and fostering an inclusive community.
Governance philosophy
As we apply to join the second cohort of the Decentralized Voices (DV) program, we aim to bring our experience and commitment to fostering a sustainable and growing future for Polkadot.
Pragmatism and Flexibility
Our political philosophy is rooted in pragmatism. On-chain governance is an emergent field, distinct from traditional politics due to its dynamic and liquid nature. We believe in adapting to new insights and evolving the governance framework to best serve the community. As such, our decision-making is guided by concrete principles and historical lessons, ensuring a balanced and reasoned approach.Reject inefficient resource utilization and insist that every proposal must generate tangible returns for the Polkadot ecosystem.
Support for Mission-Driven Projects
We prioritize supporting projects that are deeply integrated into the Polkadot ecosystem. This approach ensures that our votes favor initiatives that contribute to the long-term growth and sustainability of the network. Each proposal is evaluated on a case-by-case basis, with a focus on its potential impact and alignment with the community’s goals.
Transparency
Transparency is paramount. We publicly disclose our voting plans and rationales, ensuring the community understands the reasoning behind our decisions. We actively engage in discussions on different platforms, providing feedback and fostering dialogue on key issues. Moreover, we do not engage in any form of confidential agreements or NDAs, as we believe in open communication and the integrity of the governance process.
Integrity
We prefer more specific and complete proposals, including the background of the proposal, the substantive results it can bring to Polkadot, detailed plans, OKRs, how to implement it, the required costs, etc.
In closing, allow me to share some personal thoughts. I firmly believe that every voice matters, and that all users should have the opportunity to advocate for their own interests. This is the very essence of the Decentralized Voices program - to amplify diverse perspectives and ensure no community is left unheard.
As the leading Polkadot developer community in China, Oneblock+ has been steadfastly contributing to the Polkadot ecosystem for over 5 years now. During this time, we have developed a deep understanding of the technology, governance, and community dynamics. However, we recognize that our focus on the Chinese market has at times limited our direct engagement with developers and users in other regions.
This is why we are so eager to join the Decentralized Voices program. It represents a invaluable opportunity to connect with teams and individuals from across the global Polkadot community. By sharing experiences, best practices, and insights, we can foster greater cross-cultural collaboration and ensure all voices - regardless of geographic origin - are adequately represented.
It is our sincere hope that through this appointment, Oneblock+ can serve as a bridge between the Chinese Polkadot community and our counterparts worldwide. Together, we can work to build an even more diverse, vibrant, and inclusive Polkadot ecosystem that empowers users in every corner of the globe.
