Class Central is learner-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Pluralsight

Bitcoin and Decentralized Technology Fundamentals

via Pluralsight

Overview

Discover the transformative power of decentralized systems. This course will teach you the skills needed to navigate the world of Bitcoin and blockchain and explore the endless possibilities of decentralized technology.

With the rise of decentralized systems like Bitcoin and blockchain, it's crucial for professionals to have a deep understanding of these technologies. In this course, Bitcoin and Decentralized Technology Fundamentals, you’ll learn the skills needed to navigate the world of Bitcoin and blockchain and explore the endless possibilities of decentralized technology. First, you’ll explore the fundamentals of Bitcoin and blockchain technology. Next, you will discover how Bitcoin and blockchain can be used to create a decentralized system, how transactions are validated and secured, and the advantages and disadvantages of using decentralized systems. Finally, you’ll learn how to evaluate the security and privacy of decentralized systems. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of Bitcoin and decentralized technology needed to navigate the world of decentralized systems and continue your journey into this promising technology.

Syllabus

  • Course Overview 1min
  • Introducing Bitcoin and Decentralized Technology 35mins
  • Understanding Blockchain Fundamentals 43mins
  • Exploring Cryptography and Security in Bitcoin 28mins
  • Executing Bitcoin Transactions 36mins
  • Networking and Node Types 17mins
  • Mining Bitcoin and Proof-of-Work 26mins
  • Contextualizing Consensus Mechanisms and Forks 17mins
  • Understanding Privacy and Anonymity in Bitcoin 22mins
  • Reviewing the Future of Bitcoin and Decentralized Technology 21mins

Taught by

Pluralsight

Reviews

Start your review of Bitcoin and Decentralized Technology Fundamentals

Never Stop Learning.

Get personalized course recommendations, track subjects and courses with reminders, and more.

Someone learning on their laptop while sitting on the floor.