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)
Round Table Discussion - Blockchain and Digital Currencies
Loading...
Skills You'll Learn
BlockChain, Computer Architecture, Distributed Computing Architecture, Finance
Reviews
4.1 (169 ratings)
- 5 stars61.53%
- 4 stars16.56%
- 3 stars4.14%
- 2 stars7.69%
- 1 star10.05%
CD
Apr 13, 2020
One of the better Blockchain fundamentals courses available. The course book is highly recommended. Professor Stefan is outstanding!
BN
Dec 7, 2019
Wonderful course for beginners to look out for under the span of blockchain
From the lesson
The Need for Blockchain
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.
Taught By
Stefano M. Stefan
University of California, Irvine