On completion of this specialization, a learner will recognize foundational concepts of blockchain, and apply these program concepts on the blockchain, including:

· Algorithms and techniques enabling trust in a decentralized peer-to-peer network

· Transactions, account, block and the structure of a blockchain

· The distributed immutable ledger of transactions

· Smart contracts, a core idea and computational model of blockchain that enables automation, autonomy, scalability and transparency

· The blockchain application stack and orchestrating blockchain Dapp solutions for business use cases

· Ongoing industry-wide blockchain efforts, such as Hyperledger (supply chain) and R3 Corda (financial)

More specifically, on successful completion of the specialization, a learner will able to

· Have an understanding and working knowledge of the emerging blockchain technology

· Design and program smart contracts and decentralized application

· Evaluate the applicability of the blockchain technology to their current business problems

· Think of innovative application models leveraging the blockchain technology

· Contribute to protocol improvement of the blockchain

This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.

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