
Written by an experienced educator, each chapter is designed to progress potential students from class to class. Technical concepts are clearly explained for those new to the topic and readers are supported with definitions and summaries in each chapter. Real-life case studies situate the overviews in a contemporary context. Topics covered include the Ethereum Execution and Consensus layers, Ethereum governance and community, Decentralised Autonomous Organisations (DAOs), Decentralised Finance (DeFi), Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) and Layer 2.

This book is the ideal text to support undergraduate and postgraduate courses on blockchain technologies, cryptocurrencies, Web3 and fintech, as well as for those who want to know how Ethereum really works.

Absolute Essentials of Ethereum is a concise textbook which guides the reader through the fascinating world of the emerging Ethereum ecosystem, from the basics of how its blockchain works to cutting-edge applications.

Absolute Essentials of Ethereum


**Blockchain Radicals uncovers the radical political potential of the blockchain, showing how it can be used by the left in the fight against capitalism.**

Over the last decade, blockchains and crypto have opened up a new terrain for political action. It is not surprising, however, that the crypto space has also become overrun by unscrupulous marketing, theft and scams. The problem is real, but it isn't a new one. Capitalism has ruined crypto, but that shouldn't be the end of it.

Blockchain Radicals shows us how this has happened, and how to fix crypto in a way that is understandable for those who have never owned a cryptocurrency as well as those who are building their own decentralised applications. Covering everything from how Bitcoin saved WikiLeaks to decentralised finance, worker cooperatives, the environmental impact of Bitcoin and NFTs, and the crypto commons, it shows how these new tools can be used to challenge capitalism and build a better world for all of us.

While crypto is often thought of as being synonymous with unbridled capitalism, Blockchain Radicals shows instead how the technology can and has been used for more radical purposes, beyond individual profit and towards collective autonomy. 

How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It

Blockchain Radicals


Bitcoin did not appear out of nowhere. For decades prior to Satoshi Nakamoto’s invention, a diverse group of computer scientists, privacy activists, and heterodox economists tried to create a digital form of money that could operate independently of government control. The Genesis Book tells the story of the people and projects that inspired the invention of the world’s first successful peer-to-peer electronic cash system.

The Story of the People and Projects That Inspired Bitcoin

The Genesis Book

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To really understand what's so special about Bitcoin, we need to understand how it works on a technical level. We will look at the important questions about Bitcoin, such as: How does Bitcoin work? What makes Bitcoin different? How secure are your Bitcoins? How anonymous are Bitcoin users? What determines the price of bitcoins? Can cryptocurrencies be regulated? What could the future hold? After this course, you will know everything you need to distinguish fact from fiction when it comes to claims about Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. You will have the conceptual foundations you need to develop secure software that interacts with the Bitcoin network. And you will be able to integrate ideas from Bitcoin into your own projects. 

Princeton University online course on Coursera.

Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies

 

Self-paced courses in "Bitcoin, Blockchain and Cryptoassets" and "Smart Contracts and Decentralized Finance". 

Free online lectures by University of Basel.

Cryptolectures.io

 

Upskill yourself with a new way of learning blockchain technology with DApp World's interactive courses packed with lessons, guides and hands-on-exercises.

Courses to upskill in the Blockchain domain.

DApp World


In this cutting-edge digital course, get ready to unlock a treasure trove of interactive learning materials, including engaging video lectures, real-world case studies, questions & answers, and quizzes designed to reinforce your understanding of Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies. 

Guided by industry experts, you'll gain invaluable insights and practical expertise that will set you apart from the crowd. Whether you're a beginner looking to explore a new field or a seasoned professional seeking to enhance your skill set, this course is tailored to cater to learners of all levels. Our intuitive learning platform offers seamless navigation, allowing you to learn at your own pace and revisit key concepts whenever you need a refresher.


Interactive MOOC to reinforce your understanding of Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies.

Mastering Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies


Node Guardians is a gamified educational platform that creates lore-rich programming challenges for experienced Solidity, Huff, Cairo and Noir developers. Think of it as a skill-based RPG where developers can become familiar with specific stack components and a place where they can showcase their abilities. 

### Skills Upgrade

We have created a series of coding challenges called “quests” to engage smart contract developers, providing them with the knowledge to build safe and gas efficient applications. In addition to practical skills, we also provide theoretical knowledge about crypto history, technology and economics through building a library of articles that break down complex concepts of distributed systems & decentralized finance.


### Public Good

Node Guardians is a public good for developers and will always remain so. 
In addition to supporting the growth of cool ecosystems, we plan to make the platform sustainable by managing [infrastructure)(https://infra.nodeguardians.io/) across various networks.

Rewarding non-contributing operators wastes funds, we prefer community-building and education.


Node Guardians is a gamified educational platform that creates lore-rich programming challenges for experienced Solidity, Cairo, Huff and Noir developers.

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