Mastering Blockchain, Fourth Edition - Fourth Edition

Preface

The goal of this book is to teach the theory and practice of distributed ledger technology to anyone interested in learning this fascinating new subject. Anyone can benefit from this book, whether a seasoned technologist, student, business executive, or enthusiast. To this end, I aim to provide a comprehensive and in-depth reference of distributed ledger technology that serves the expert and is also accessible to beginners. I primarily focus on describing the core characteristics of blockchain so that readers can build a strong foundation on which to build further knowledge and expertise. The main topics include core blockchain principles, cryptography, consensus algorithms, distributed systems theory, and smart contracts. In addition, ...