University at Buffalo

Blockchain Basics

This course is part of Blockchain Specialization

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.6

(7,573 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

Flexible schedule
Approx. 15 hours
Learn at your own pace
95%
Most learners liked this course

What you'll learn

  • A learner will be able to recognize foundational concepts of blockchain, and apply these program concepts on the blockchain.

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Assessments

19 quizzes, 1 assignment

Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

We will introduce and define blockchain, explain the structure and operational aspects of Bitcoin blockchain, and compare different types of blockchains.

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5 videos6 readings4 quizzes1 assignment

We will discuss the innovation of the Ethereum blockchain, review its protocol, and explore the payment model for code execution.

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5 videos5 readings5 quizzes

We will discuss the concept of asymmetric key encryption, define the concept of hashing, and explain techniques that use algorithms to manage the integrity of transactions and blocks in blockchain.

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4 videos5 readings5 quizzes

We will define elements of trust in blockchain and discuss the Consensus protocol.

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5 videos5 readings5 quizzes1 programming assignment

Instructor

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4.5 (1,964 ratings)
Bina Ramamurthy
The State University of New York
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