CS414BKK
Fundamentals of Blockchain
Faculty
Rowdy Chotkan
PhD Researcher Data-Intensive Systems TU at Delft
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Overview
This course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of blockchain technology by guiding them through the process of building one from scratch. Structured around a group project, the course integrates interactive lectures that deliver both theoretical foundations and practical skills. Participants will explore a variety of blockchain architectures, both classical and modern, and delve into cutting-edge applications including decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs). This hands-on approach ensures that participants not only learn the principles of blockchain but also apply them in real-world scenarios, preparing them for advanced applications and innovations in the field.
Learning highlights
- Gain an understanding of blockchain technology, encompassing both theoretical underpinnings and practical applications.
- Investigate the functioning of blockchain protocols, understanding how they ensure decentralization and security among users who do not trust each other.
- Explore real-world applications of blockchain technology, such as decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs).
- Acquire a practitioner's perspective on the implementation and challenges of blockchain applications.
- Apply learned concepts in a group setting to design a functional blockchain network.
Course outline
15 classes
Session 1
Blockchain and Decentralised Systems Defined.
Session 2
Cryptography and Secure Communication Fundamentals.
Session 3
Network Layer and Gossip Algorithms
Session 4
Achieving Convergence Among Strangers
Session 5
Decentralized Consensus Algorithms
Session 6
Security and Liveness of Consensus. Forks
Session 7
Beyond Bitcoin: Blockchain Platforms and Systems
Session 8
Scalability Solutions
Session 9
Beyond Blockchain: Distributed Ledger Technology
Session 10
Smart Contracts: Potential and Pitfalls
Session 11
Tokenomics, Incentives, and DeFi
Session 12
Governance and DAO
Session 13
Benchmarking and Testing Blockchains
Session 14
Coding session. Finalizing Projects
Session 15
Final Project Presentations
Prerequisites
Required: Programming skills in Python, including debugging, testing, and asynchronous programming. Knowledge of Git versioning control.
Nice to have: Experience or knowledge of cryptography and distributed systems.
Methodology
Interactive lectures, coding sessions, group projects, weekly reports, and a final presentation of the group project. Additionally, at the end of each week, all groups send a 1-page report detailing their progress.
Grading
Rowdy is PhD researcher at the Data-Intensive Systems group at Delft University of Technology. His PhD research is on trustworthy online identities and communities. With a fervent passion for decentralization, Rowdy is dedicated to pushing the limits of technology to operate without any central oversight. His research explores the cutting-edge domains of Decentralized Autonomous Organizations, decentralized reputation systems, and the intricate mechanisms of incentives and consensus within Blockchain technology.
Rowdy holds a MSc. in Computer Science from Delft University of Technology.
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Fundamentals of Blockchain
by Rowdy Chotkan
Total hours
45 Hours
Dates
Jun 17 - Jul 05, 2024
Fee for single course
€1500
Fee for degree students
€750
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Will I receive a certificate after completion?
Yes. Upon completion of the course, you will receive a certificate signed by the director of the program your course belonged to.
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Can I get a discount?
Yes. The easiest way to enroll in a course at a discounted price is to register for multiple courses. Registering for multiple courses will reduce the cost per individual course. Please ask the Admissions Office for more information about the other kinds of discounts we offer and what you can do to receive one.