Begin your exploration of blockchain technologies with a look at fundamental blockchain concepts along with an application in which blockchain technology plays a critical role — cryptofinance. This course also introduces distributed digital systems in terms of software and network architecture, and shows how these systems underlie the functionality of the blockchain. In this and the following courses in the specialization you'll have a chance for hands-on-practice to cement your learning.
The Blockchain
The Blockchain
This course is part of Blockchain Specialization
Instructor: Stefano M. Stefan
Sponsored by Louisiana Workforce Commission
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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There are 4 modules in this course
In this module, we will begin to explore blockchain technology in terms of its fundamental purpose as well as inspect the key elements of the blockchain’s underlying software architecture. Additionally, we will investigate the use of the blockchain in handling digital currency transactions and view the potential and future of industry leaders like the Ethereum Foundation.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
We will continue to examine the foundational principles and architecture of blockchain technology. This module's focus will be on the need for blockchain, the problems that can be solved by blockchain, and the layers of system requirements.
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This module brings us to the concept of a peer-to-peer system, which lies at the core of the blockchain. A peer-to-peer network makes it possible to have a decentralized way to keep track of transactions.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
In the final module of this course, we will scrutinize bitcoin and study how well it has, or hasn’t, maintained value during the last few years. You will practice “exchanging” different currencies and see an example of how industry leaders in cryptocurrency exchange and manage digital assets. We will also discuss how the adoption of peer-to-peer business concepts can change entire industries.
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Reviewed on Jul 20, 2020
Great course for beginners to understand the concept of blockchain
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Reviewed on Jul 31, 2021
Great beginning course to familiarize yourself about blockchain technology.
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Reviewed on Dec 6, 2019
Wonderful course for beginners to look out for under the span of blockchain
Recommended if you're interested in Computer Science
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