crypto-learning

Hi, I'm Michael Batsoutas

Self-taught developer on a focused path toward smart contract security and ZK proof auditing.

What I'm learning

• Cryptography fundamentals (RSA, ECDSA, AES, ZK proofs)
• ZK-SNARKs — circuits, R1CS, QAP, Groth16
• Smart contract security (coming Month 7)
• Security research mindset

Currently working through

• Cryptopals Challenges (Set 1 complete)
• "Why and How zk-SNARK Works" — Maksym Petkus
• Building ZK security exercises

Goal

Smart Contract Auditor with ZK specialization Timeline: March 2027