March 2023
Intermediate to advanced
818 pages
25h 41m
English
Overview
Mastering Blockchain, Fourth Edition, provides a deep dive into the concepts, platforms, and applications of blockchain technology. You will learn to work with cryptocurrencies, develop decentralized applications (DApps), and explore new trends like DeFi and NFTs. This book serves as a complete guide for blockchain enthusiasts and professionals.
What this Book will help me do
- Understand the foundations of blockchain technology and its key components, such as cryptography, consensus algorithms, and tokenization.
- Gain hands-on skills in developing smart contracts and decentralized applications using popular tools like Solidity, Truffle, and Web3.
- Learn to implement blockchain solutions for real-world applications, including enterprise use cases and innovative trends, such as IoT and DeFi.
- Dive into the inner workings of top blockchain platforms, including Ethereum, Bitcoin, Hyperledger, and emerging alternatives like Solana.
- Address complex challenges in blockchain implementations, covering privacy, scalability, and secure transactional systems.
Author(s)
Imran Bashir is a blockchain enthusiast and experienced professional with extensive expertise in software engineering and system architecture. With a background in technology design and development, he is passionate about educating others on blockchain's transformative possibilities. His approach combines step-by-step guidance with thorough exploration of concept.
Who is it for?
This book is designed for software developers and programmers eager to build decentralized applications, as well as IT professionals exploring blockchain architecture and security. Business executives and project managers will also benefit from understanding how blockchain can be leveraged in industries. The book assumes a basic understanding of programming.
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