Step into the future of technology with "Smart Contracts - Blockchain Technology Applied"— a course designed to transform your understanding of blockchain innovation. Smart contracts are the backbone of decentralized systems, powering applications in finance, healthcare, gaming, and beyond. In this course, you’ll discover how these self-executing contracts revolutionize trust, efficiency, and transparency in the digital world.
Smart Contracts - Blockchain Technology Applied
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Smart Contracts - Blockchain Technology Applied
This course is part of Blockchain Technology Applied Specialization
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15 hours to complete
3 weeks at 5 hours a week
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What you'll learn
Identify the fundamental concepts, platforms, and legal considerations associated with smart contracts.
Explain the structure, functions, and lifecycle of smart contracts within blockchain ecosystems.
Apply foundational knowledge of Solidity to write and test basic smart contracts.
Demonstrate the deployment of smart contracts on Ethereum, considering gas fees and optimization techniques.
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December 2024
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There are 3 modules in this course
In this module, you'll learn the basics of smart contracts, including their definition, history, and key functions. You'll compare major blockchain platforms like Ethereum and EOS to understand their strengths and weaknesses. Finally, you'll explore the legal and regulatory aspects to ensure compliance in your smart contract projects.
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15 videos4 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt
In this module, you'll learn the essentials of smart contract development, starting with the basics of the Solidity language, including its key features and development tools. You'll then write and test a basic smart contract, focusing on debugging and optimizing your code. Finally, you'll discover how to deploy your contracts to the Ethereum test network, understand gas fees, and implement security best practices to ensure robustness in your projects.
What's included
15 videos3 readings4 assignments
In this module, you'll learn advanced topics in smart contract development, starting with oracles and their role in integrating external data into your contracts. You'll explore how to apply this knowledge through real-world use cases. Next, you’ll delve into advanced Solidity programming, focusing on inheritance, error handling, and gas optimization techniques. Finally, you'll examine smart contract security auditing, identifying common vulnerabilities and implementing best practices for secure coding.
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14 videos3 readings4 assignments
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Frequently asked questions
Engage actively with the course materials, complete assignments, participate in discussions, and practice coding regularly to reinforce your skills.
Yes, there is high demand for smart contract developers and blockchain professionals as industries increasingly adopt blockchain technology for various applications.
You'll need a computer with internet access, a basic code editor, and familiarity with programming concepts.