Blockchain Technology

Module-wise Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Blockchain Technology

• Evolution of Blockchain
• Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT)
• Blockchain Architecture
• Key Features and Benefits
• Blockchain Use Cases

Module 2: Blockchain Fundamentals

• Blocks and Chains
• Hash Functions
• Cryptography Basics
• Peer-to-Peer Networks
• Blockchain Transactions

Module 3: Consensus Mechanisms

• Proof of Work (PoW)
• Proof of Stake (PoS)
• Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS)
• Byzantine Fault Tolerance (BFT)
• Consensus Challenges

Module 4: Cryptocurrencies and Digital Assets

• Bitcoin Fundamentals
• Ethereum Ecosystem
• Digital Wallets
• Cryptocurrency Transactions
• Token Standards

Module 5: Smart Contracts

• Introduction to Smart Contracts
• Solidity Programming Basics
• Smart Contract Development
• Smart Contract Deployment
• Smart Contract Security

Module 6: Decentralized Applications (DApps)

• DApp Architecture
• Frontend and Backend Integration
• Blockchain APIs
• Decentralized Storage
• DApp Development Lifecycle

Module 7: Blockchain Security and Governance

• Blockchain Security Threats
• Wallet Security
• Private and Public Keys
• Network Governance Models
• Regulatory Considerations

Module 8: Emerging Blockchain Applications

• Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
• Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs)
• Supply Chain Management
• Digital Identity Systems
• Enterprise Blockchain Solutions

Module 9: Blockchain Project

• Smart Contract Development
• Cryptocurrency Wallet Integration
• DApp Prototype Development
• Project Testing and Deployment
• Project Presentation

Tools Covered

• Ethereum
• Remix IDE
• MetaMask
• Ganache
• Solidity
• Truffle Suite
• Hardhat
• OpenZeppelin