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Blockchain Theory and Applications I
Master Bitcoin and Ethereum fundamentals with detailed technical insights into blockchain mechanics, cryptography, and smart contracts.
Master Bitcoin and Ethereum fundamentals with detailed technical insights into blockchain mechanics, cryptography, and smart contracts.
This comprehensive course provides the foundational understanding of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency, with a deep focus on Bitcoin and Ethereum implementations. Through detailed technical explanations, students learn about cryptographic principles, blockchain mechanics, mining processes, and consensus algorithms. The course covers everything from basic blockchain concepts to advanced topics like smart contracts and Ethereum Virtual Machine, providing essential knowledge for blockchain development.
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What you'll learn
Master core blockchain concepts and cryptographic principles
Understand Bitcoin's block structure and transaction mechanics
Explore Bitcoin mining and consensus mechanisms
Analyze Ethereum's architecture and features
Comprehend smart contract functionality and EVM operations
Learn about blockchain network protocols and encoding
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
321 Minutes PreRecorded video
6 assignments
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There are 6 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to blockchain technology, focusing on the theoretical foundations and practical implementations of Bitcoin and Ethereum. Through six detailed modules, students explore cryptographic principles, blockchain mechanics, mining processes, and consensus algorithms. The curriculum covers both fundamental concepts and advanced topics, including smart contracts and the Ethereum Virtual Machine.
Introduction to Blockchain
Module 1 · 51 Minutes to complete
Mechanics of Bitcoin (1)
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Mechanics of Bitcoin (2)
Module 3 · 51 Minutes to complete
Mechanics of Bitcoin (3)
Module 4 · 53 Minutes to complete
Ethereum(1)
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
Ethereum(2)
Module 6 · 1 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Innovative Leader in Computer Science and Blockchain Technology
James Won-Ki Hong is a prominent professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) and serves as the Director of the Center for Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Research. With a rich academic background, he earned his HBSc and MSc degrees in Computer Science from the University of Western Ontario and completed his PhD at the University of Waterloo. Before rejoining POSTECH, where he has been a faculty member since 1995, he held significant leadership roles, including Chief Technology Officer and Senior Executive Vice President at KT Corporation, where he spearheaded R&D initiatives in software-defined networking (SDN) and network function virtualization (NFV). His extensive experience includes co-founding startups focused on advanced networking technologies and serving in various capacities within IEEE and other professional organizations. Hong's research interests encompass blockchain technology, network management, and online education, making him a pivotal figure in advancing both academic and practical applications of computer science in Korea and beyond.
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