# Joining

This guide walks you through the process of becoming a Built By DAO member.

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### 📝 Joining Overview

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|  ⏱️ Timeline  |   📋 Steps  |       🎯 Outcome      |  💰 Cost |
| :-----------: | :---------: | :-------------------: | :------: |
| **\~2 weeks** | **9 steps** | **Seeker (Level 1A)** | **Free** |

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**🎯 Purpose:** Ensure all members understand the DAO and commit to active participation

**⚠️ Note:** This is not passive membership—we're building something together
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### 📋 Before You Begin

Built By DAO is a participation-based organization. Membership means:

| Commitment   | Details                                       |
| ------------ | --------------------------------------------- |
| ⏱️ Time      | Minimum \~3 hours/week of active contribution |
| 📞 Calls     | Complete two onboarding calls                 |
| 💳 Wallet    | Set up a crypto wallet on Base network        |
| 📜 Agreement | Accept community guidelines                   |

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### ✅ What You'll Need

| Item                      | Purpose                                             |
| ------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------- |
| 📧 Email                  | Communication and scheduling                        |
| 🎥 Video capability       | For onboarding calls (camera optional)              |
| 💻 Smartphone or computer | For wallet and participation                        |
| ⏱️ Time                   | \~5 hours for onboarding, then ongoing contribution |
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### 📝 Step 1: Sign Up

Visit **builtbydao.com** and click "Join."

| Required               | Details                            |
| ---------------------- | ---------------------------------- |
| 📧 Email address       | For communication                  |
| 👤 Contact information | Basic details                      |
| 📝 Brief introduction  | Who you are, why you're interested |

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### 📧 Step 2: Receive Welcome Emails

After signing up, you'll receive two emails:

| Email                             | Contents                                                          |
| --------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------- |
| 👋 **From Founder**               | Introduction to Built By DAO's mission                            |
| 📋 **From Onboarding Specialist** | Pre-reading materials, scheduling link, wallet setup instructions |

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### 📚 Step 3: Complete Pre-Work

Before your first onboarding call:

| Task                             | Time   |
| -------------------------------- | ------ |
| 🎥 Watch introductory video      | 15 min |
| 📖 Read key documentation        | 30 min |
| 📝 Fill out Member Skills Survey | 15 min |
| ❓ Write down questions           | 15 min |

**Total:** 1-2 hours
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### 📞 Step 4: Onboarding Call 1 - DAO Basics

| Topic                      | Duration |
| -------------------------- | -------- |
| 🏛️ What Built By DAO is   | 10 min   |
| 🔨 How members participate | 10 min   |
| 🗳️ How governance works   | 10 min   |
| 👥 Different member types  | 10 min   |
| ❓ Q\&A                     | 5 min    |

**Total:** \~45 minutes

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### 💻 Step 5: Onboarding Call 2 - Technical Setup

| Topic                            | Duration |
| -------------------------------- | -------- |
| 💳 Setting up Web3 wallet        | 15 min   |
| 📜 Understanding smart contracts | 10 min   |
| 🔒 Security best practices       | 10 min   |
| 🎫 Receiving your first NFT      | 5 min    |
| 🗳️ How voting works             | 5 min    |

**Total:** \~45 minutes

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### 📝 Step 6: Complete Quizzes

After both calls:

| Quiz      | Purpose                  |
| --------- | ------------------------ |
| 📋 Quiz 1 | DAO basics comprehension |
| 📋 Quiz 2 | Technical understanding  |

These are straightforward if you've paid attention.
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### 🤝 Step 7: Meet Your Battle Buddy

You'll be paired with an experienced member:

| Support                 | Description                   |
| ----------------------- | ----------------------------- |
| ❓ Answer questions      | First point of contact        |
| 🧭 Navigate first weeks | Help you find your way        |
| 👥 Make introductions   | Connect you to relevant teams |
| 📊 Check progress       | Ensure you're on track        |

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### ✅ Step 8: Complete Your First Contribution

Before receiving your Membership NFT:

| Requirement   | Details                                                       |
| ------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------- |
| ⏱️ Time       | At least 3 hours of contribution                              |
| 📋 Activities | Governance participation, working group tasks, or assignments |
| 🎯 Purpose    | Ensures all members start with contribution mindset           |

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### 🎫 Step 9: Receive Your Membership NFT

After completing your first contribution:

| Outcome        | Details                   |
| -------------- | ------------------------- |
| 🎫 NFT minted  | To your wallet            |
| 🌱 Rank        | Seeker (Level 1A)         |
| 💬 Access      | Full community channels   |
| 🗳️ Governance | Can participate in voting |
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### 📅 Timeline Overview

| Day   | Activity                                 | Duration  |
| ----- | ---------------------------------------- | --------- |
| 1     | 📝 Sign up                               | 10 min    |
| 1-3   | 📚 Complete pre-work                     | 1-2 hours |
| 3-5   | 📞 Onboarding Call 1                     | 45 min    |
| 5-7   | 💻 Onboarding Call 2                     | 45 min    |
| 7-10  | 📋 Complete quizzes, meet Battle Buddy   | 1 hour    |
| 10-14 | ✅ Complete first 3 hours of contribution | 3+ hours  |
| 14+   | 🎫 Receive Membership NFT                | Automatic |

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### ⏱️ Total Time Investment

| Phase                | Hours         |
| -------------------- | ------------- |
| 📚 Pre-work          | 1-2           |
| 📞 Calls             | 1.5           |
| 📋 Quizzes           | 0.5           |
| ✅ First contribution | 3+            |
| **Total**            | **6-7 hours** |
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<summary>❓ Frequently Asked Questions</summary>

**Q: Is there a cost to join?** A: No. Onboarding is free. You earn by contributing.

**Q: What if I can't attend the scheduled calls?** A: Work with your Onboarding Specialist to reschedule.

**Q: Do I need crypto experience?** A: No. We'll help you set everything up.

**Q: What if I start but can't continue?** A: Let us know. We understand circumstances change.

**Q: How long does onboarding take?** A: About 2 weeks from sign-up to Membership NFT.

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### 🚀 Ready to Join?

[**Sign Up at builtbydao.com**](/guides/join.md)

📧 Questions? Email <onboarding@builtbydao.com>
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## 🔗 Related Pages

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[Wallet Setup](/guides/wallet-setup.md)
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[First Task](/guides/first-task.md)
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[Member Onboarding](/onboarding/onboarding.md)
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[Seeker (Level 1A)](/membership/ranks/seeker.md)
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