Chapter 3. The Ethereum platform
This chapter covers
- Interacting with Ethereum through the Ethereum wallet
- Understanding the characteristics of Ethereum smart contracts
- Interacting with Ethereum through the Go Ethereum (geth) client
- Understanding and managing accounts
The previous chapter introduced Dapps and the underlying concepts and technologies, among which is Ethereum. In this chapter, I’ll cover Ethereum in much greater depth, so you’ll get the foundation you need to develop Dapps on this platform effectively. I’ll begin by presenting the Ethereum wallet, a UI tool you’ll use to start interacting with the Ethereum P2P network by transferring some Ether, the Ethereum cryptocurrency. Then you’ll get a wide overview ...
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