Welcome to Builder

This presentation serves as the opening session for the Builder Vancouver chapter's first event. We'll introduce attendees to Builder as a global network, explain our mission and vision, explore why Vancouver is an exceptional Bitcoin builder city (as one example among many great builder cities worldwide), and outline what to expect at our meetups. Perfect for newcomers and existing community members alike.

Builder is a community-driven movement focused on accelerating Bitcoin product development. We bring together developers, designers, and builders to learn practical Bitcoin skills, share knowledge and tools, build real products together, and foster sovereignty through better UX.

Our mission is to accelerate the creation of Bitcoin products by fostering an open, neutral, sovereign, and collaborative builder ecosystem. Our vision is a world where Bitcoin builders have the tools, knowledge, and community to create the next generation of open financial products.

Vancouver is one of the most Bitcoin-friendly cities in North America, with a vibrant builder community, over 100 Lightning-enabled merchants, and a deep culture of experimentation and sovereignty. The local ecosystem benefits from strong tech talent, established Bitcoin meetups, and a culture that values privacy and open digital systems. This is just one example of the many great Bitcoin builder cities around the world—Builder chapters exist globally, each contributing to the network.

Our meetups typically run 2-3 hours and include presentations, hands-on activities, and networking. We start with introductions, followed by the main content, and end with open discussion and collaboration time. Expect a casual, friendly environment focused on learning and building.