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 鈥� 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. This course requires the purchase of two books for the completion of assignments: Drescher, D. (2017). Blockchain Basics: A Non-Technical Introduction in 25 Steps. (ISBN-13: 978-1484226032) Antonoupoulos, A. M. (2017). The Internet of Money, Volume Two. (ISBN-13: 978-1947910065)
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Skills You'll Learn
Transaction Processing, Emerging Technologies, Software Systems, Cryptography, Data Integrity, FinTech, Distributed Computing, Software Architecture, Peer Review, Blockchain, Payment Systems, Computer Systems, Digital Assets, Network Analysis
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4.1 (171 ratings)
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CD
Apr 13, 2020
One of the better Blockchain fundamentals courses available. The course book is highly recommended. Professor Stefan is outstanding!
JN
Jul 6, 2021
I麓m glad! Definitely, is the best option to get a certificate about blockchain.
Taught By
Stefano M. Stefan
University of California, Irvine