Blockchain: Foundations and Use Cases
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Duration | 10 hours |
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Total fee | Free |
Mode of learning | Online |
Difficulty level | Beginner |
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Credential | Certificate |
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- Beginner Level
- Approx. 10 hours to complete
- English Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Chinese (Simplified), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish
Blockchain: Foundations and Use Cases at Coursera Course details
- This course is the definitive introduction to blockchain for both the developer and non-developer audience. Beyond the technology, this course will introduce you to some of the philosophy behind decentralization and why there is so much excitement around it.
- During the first three modules, you'll be introduced to blockchain and the technology behind it. In module four, we'll go beyond bitcoin and delve deeper into a next-generation blockchain called Ethereum to introduce you to what modern blockchains can do. The use cases featured in the final module are drawn from among the businesses in ConsenSys' startup portfolio. We believe we're uniquely positioned to present you with a valuable behind-the-scenes look at the people and companies working in this space to help give you a better understanding of the business side of blockchain.
- Together, we'll examine businesses use cases, hear from industry leaders, and give you the opportunity to develop and analyze a use case yourself. With this course, not only will you be the one who is able to explain blockchain to your colleagues, you'll be well on your way to making educated business decisions with your new, foundational understanding of the technology.
Blockchain: Foundations and Use Cases at Coursera Curriculum
Module 1: Blockchain Foundations
Welcome
Introduction
Consensys Introduction
Lesson 2: The Brief, Brief History of Blockchain
Lesson 3: What is Decentralization?
Decentralization
Lesson 4: Ledgers, Distributed Ledgers, and Consensus
Lesson 5: The Paper Blockchain
Why Blockchain?
The Brief, Brief History of Blockchain
Supplemental Reading: The Brief, Brief History of Blockchain
The Move to Decentralization
Supplemental Reading: The Move to Decentralization
Supplemental Reading: What is a Blockchain?
Module 1 Quiz
Module 2: The Technical Side
Introduction
Lesson 1: Public Key Cryptography
Lesson 2: Cryptographic Hash Functions
Digital Signing
Lesson 4: Anatomy of a Block
Lesson 5: The Chain of Blocks
Lesson 6: Nodes and Networks
Why Do I Need a Public and Private Key on the Blockchain?
Hash Functions
Supplemental Reading: Hash Functions
Bitcoin-Digital Signatures-Khan Academy
Module 2 Quiz
Module 3: Blockchain in Use
Introduction
Lesson 1: Consensus Mechanisms and Trust Frameworks
Lesson 2: Public, Private & Consortium Blockchains
Blockchain Interoperability
Lesson 3: When to Use a Blockchain
Lesson 4: Implications of Blockchain on Business
Trust Frameworks and Consensus Mechanisms
Public, Consortium, Private Blockchains & Interoperability
Supplemental Reading: Public, Consortium, Private Blockchains & Interoperability
Supplemental Reading: When to Use a Blockchain
Supplemental Reading: Implication of Blockchain on Traditional Business
Module 3 Quiz
Module 4: Further Topics
Introduction
Lesson 1: Cryptocurrency Tokens
Lesson 2: Wallets, Exchanges & Transactions
Lesson 3: Bitcoin and Ethereum
Bitcoin vs Ethereum
Lesson 4: Smart Contracts & The EVM
Lesson 5: Decentralized Apps
Lesson 6: Blockchain Platforms & Extensions
Lesson 7: Blockchain Solution Architecture
Cryptocurrency Tokens
Introduction to Ethereum
Supplemental Reading: Bitcoin and Ethereum
Smart Contracts
Module 4 Quiz
Module 5: Use Cases
Introduction
Lesson 1: Self-Sovereign Identity and Reputation
Lesson 2: Ownership and Governance
Lesson 3: Supply Chain and Asset Tracking
Lesson 4: Royalties in the Music Industry
Wrap-Up
Uport: Self-sovereign Identity and Reputation
Meridio: Ownership and Governance
Viant: Supply Chain and Asset Tracking
Ujo: Royalties in the Music Industry
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