Fundamentals of Blockchain and Bitcoin Free Course For Beginners

Introduction

Fundamentals of Blockchain and Bitcoin course gives a deep look at the core principles of blockchain technology and more. The course equips you with the knowledge of DeFi as well as many other important parts of the blockchain industry. Whether you are an experienced developer or a beginner in blockchain engineering it does not matter, this course caters to everyone.

Learn about blockchain technology, its distributed architecture, and decentralized structure, and explore the intricacies of blockchain. Additionally, understand how these dimensions relate to its utility and its applicability in various areas of the economy. Learn how the blockchain might change industries like supply chain management, finance, etc. Let this course be your guide to stepping into the fascinating world of blockchain and Bitcoin.

What Will You Gain from This Course

Following the completion of this course, participants will:

1. Explain the differences between distribution and decentralization in relation to blockchain technology.
2. Describe the elements that make up a blockchain block and how they contribute to the ledger's integrity.
3. Describe the functions of blockchain's ledgers and hashes, highlighting the importance of their role in maintaining immutability and security.
4. Talk about the benefits of using Blockchain compared to traditional databases, emphasizing aspects like efficiency, security, and transparency.
5. Describe the basic idea of cryptography and how it protects data and transactions on blockchain networks.
6. Describe the benefits of using Bitcoin over fiat money, mentioning things like reduced transaction costs, security, and decentralization.
7. Explain the mining process and how it generates new bitcoins, highlighting the importance of computing power and consensus techniques.

Skills Acquired:

1. Blockchain
2. Bitcoin
3. Cryptocurrency
4. Ledgers
5. Hashes

Who Is This Course For

This course is designed for:

1. Students with varying levels of experience who want to learn more about Bitcoin and blockchain technologies.
2. People who are interested in learning about the basics of blockchain engineering and decentralized finance.
3. Individuals who are eager to learn about the possible uses of blockchain technology in several sectors.

Course Content

2 Modules – 10 Sections – 1 Course Assessment – Certificate of Completion

Introduction to Blockchain Technology

Within this session, you will take a thorough look at the benefits, uses, and characteristics of blockchain technology. You will delve deep into decentralized and distributed systems and gain a fresh perspective on how these systems relate to blockchain technology. You will examine a block, its construction, and the clever connections that join it to create other blocks to form a blockchain.

Bitcoin Cryptocurrency

This module on Bitcoin Cryptocurrency will acquaint you with the intricate and demanding landscape of Bitcoin. This lesson will explain the distinctive features of Bitcoin. It will also compare and contrast Bitcoin with regular fiat money and go into great detail about its advantages and disadvantages. You will learn about the exciting process of minting fresh Bitcoins and gain insight into the fundamental operations required to maintain the Bitcoin network.

In addition, you will learn how to use Bitcoin wallets and exchanges, two more crucial tools that will assist you in managing and transferring this virtual currency. By going further, you will discover the many uses and applications of Bitcoin in many industries and gain knowledge about its possible influence on the world economy. By the time this module ends, you will have a solid understanding of the foundations of Bitcoin and be prepared to traverse its ecosystem and dive into the realm of cryptocurrencies.

Description

This detailed course provides an in-depth examination of Blockchain technology and Bitcoin. It starts with a full overview of blockchain and goes into detail explaining its main characteristics, such as distribution and decentralization, as well as its inner workings, which include important components like hashes, blocks, Merkle trees, and ledgers. In addition, the first section of the course gives a quick history of Blockchain, emphasizes its benefits, explains cryptography, and clarifies cryptocurrencies.

As the course moves into its second half, it goes into further information about Bitcoin and provides a comparison with more conventional fiat currencies. It looks at the benefits and downsides of Bitcoin, clarifies how it is mined, and describes how to use it practically, including what affects its price and how wallets and exchanges work.

At the end of the course, the differences between Bitcoin and Bitcoin are discussed, along with the verification system's shortcomings and potential fixes. This course provides learners with the necessary information to navigate these changing financial landscapes as Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, as well as Blockchain, gain acceptance due to their perceived benefits over fiat currencies. Participants may begin their adventure into Blockchain and Bitcoin with just a three-hour time commitment, earning insightful knowledge and useful skills in the process.

Meet the Instructor(s)

Frahaan Hussain, the CEO of Sonar Systems, a world leader in game engine education for Cocos2d-x. With years of experience managing the prestigious online learning platform Sonar Learning and an impressive career spanning years of programming skills, Frahaan offers young programmers a plethora of information and experience. Being a well-known published author of "Games Design" and "Responsive Web Design," Frahaan is well-known for his capacity to inform and motivate students in a variety of subject areas. Furthermore, his position as a lecturer at a university highlights his ability to instruct students in a variety of game programming subjects, from sophisticated OpenGL Shader programming to game design.