November 2018
Intermediate to advanced
528 pages
13h 21m
English
Overview
Dive into the field of blockchain development with 'Blockchain By Example', where you'll learn to create your own decentralized applications from scratch. This book takes a practical approach, providing step-by-step guidance on building projects using Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Hyperledger. Whether it's implementing your own cryptocurrency or a Tontine bank system, this book has you covered.
What this Book will help me do
- Understand the fundamentals of blockchain and its core principles.
- Develop decentralized applications (dApps) using blockchain frameworks such as Ethereum and Hyperledger.
- Implement smart contracts and explore their applications in various industries.
- Learn to manage distributed file systems using blockchain-based solutions.
- Acquire the skills to build your own cryptocurrency and run an Initial Coin Offering (ICO).
Author(s)
None Badr, None Horrocks, and Xun (Brian) Wu combine their extensive experience in blockchain technologies and software development to offer a comprehensive guide for developers. With backgrounds ranging from creating blockchain protocols to real-world business applications, they aim to demystify blockchain in an approachable and actionable format.
Who is it for?
This book is ideal for aspiring blockchain developers who are familiar with basic programming concepts and want to build real-world applications. It's tailored for developers with an interest in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Hyperledger who aim to build decentralized solutions. If you have a foundational knowledge in blockchain and want to advance to creating applications, this is the book for you.
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