This is an introductory course about the mysterious world of Blockchain. In this course, participants will get insights into the theoretical concepts, key properties, components and technological features that underpin Blockchain and understand the underlying technology. They will briefly discuss the historical context that fostered the emergence of Blockchain.
Learning from real-life cases, participants will explore the current applications of Blockchain technology and bring it to life. They will learn the definitions of smart contracts and decentralised applications, the technology underpinning them and the associated risks and challenges in business applications.
This course will prepare the students to be familiar with the emerging technology by understanding the key concepts, major elements and protocols. Further, they will know the different types of Blokchain and the major differentiating points between them.