Rene Lubov, a founding engineer at Celestia and an expert in data availability, delves into the importance of data publishing in modern blockchains. She explains how data availability enhances scalability and efficiency, distinguishing Celestia's role from traditional layers. Rene shares her journey in protocol engineering, the contrasts between app development and building distributed systems, and the vibrant Ethereum scene in Berlin. Plus, she tackles the gender dynamics in tech and reflects on creating opportunities for women in the industry.