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Blockchain Fundamentals: From Zero to Hero

Self-paced videos, Lifetime access, Study material, Certification prep, Technical support, Course Completion Certificate

Uplatz

Summary

Price
£12 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
56.8 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Reed courses certificate of completion - Free
  • Uplatz Certificate of Completion - Free

Overview

Uplatz provides this in-depth course on Blockchain Fundamentals: From Zero to Hero. It is a self-paced course consisting of video tutorials. You will be awarded Course Completion Certificate at the end of the course.

Blockchain is a decentralized, distributed ledger technology that records transactions across multiple computers in a secure, transparent, and tamper-proof manner. It enables peer-to-peer transactions without the need for intermediaries, ensuring trust and security through cryptographic mechanisms.

How Blockchain Works

  1. Transaction Initiation – A transaction is initiated by a participant and broadcast to the network.
  2. Verification – Network participants (nodes) validate the transaction using consensus mechanisms like Proof of Work (PoW) or Proof of Stake (PoS).
  3. Block Formation – Once verified, the transaction is grouped with other transactions into a block.
  4. Linking Blocks – The new block is added to the existing blockchain by referencing the hash of the previous block, forming a continuous chain.
  5. Finalization and Security – The transaction becomes immutable, meaning it cannot be altered or deleted, ensuring transparency and security.

Key Features of Blockchain

  • Decentralization – No single entity controls the blockchain; it is maintained by a network of nodes.
  • Transparency – Transactions are recorded on a public ledger, making them accessible and verifiable.
  • Immutability – Once recorded, data cannot be changed or deleted, ensuring data integrity.
  • Security – Transactions are encrypted using cryptographic techniques, making them resistant to fraud and hacking.
  • Consensus Mechanism – Transactions are validated through a consensus process, preventing unauthorized modifications.
  • Smart Contracts – Self-executing contracts with predefined conditions automate transactions and agreements.
  • Efficiency – Eliminates intermediaries, reducing transaction time and costs.

Benefits of Blockchain

  1. Enhanced Security – Reduces the risk of data breaches and cyberattacks.
  2. Transparency – Provides a clear and verifiable transaction history.
  3. Reduced Costs – Minimizes reliance on intermediaries, lowering transaction fees.
  4. Improved Efficiency – Streamlines processes with automation and faster transaction verification.
  5. Trust and Integrity – Ensures data accuracy and authenticity through decentralization.
  6. Supply Chain Optimization – Enables real-time tracking of goods and reduces fraud.
  7. Financial Inclusion – Provides access to banking services for unbanked populations.
  8. Tokenization of Assets – Converts physical and digital assets into blockchain-based tokens for easier transferability.
  9. Immutable Record-Keeping – Ensures secure and tamper-proof documentation.
  10. Decentralized Applications (dApps) – Enables the development of applications that run without centralized control.

Certificates

Reed courses certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed

Uplatz Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Course Completion Certificate by Uplatz

Curriculum

5
sections
79
lectures
56h 48m
total

    • 1: Part 1 - Basics of Blockchain 38:53
    • 2: Part 2 - Basics of Blockchain 52:24
    • 3: Part 3 - Basics of Blockchain 40:12
    • 4: Part 4 - Basics of Blockchain 37:59
    • 5: Part 5 - Basics of Blockchain 24:11
    • 6: Part 6 - Basics of Blockchain 44:51
    • 7: Part 7 - Basics of Blockchain 40:47
    • 8: Part 8 - Basics of Blockchain 26:13
    • 9: Part 9 - Basics of Blockchain 51:21
    • 10: Part 10 - Basics of Blockchain 40:55
    • 11: Part 11 - Basics of Blockchain 44:04
    • 12: Part 12 - Basics of Blockchain 44:37
    • 13: Part 13 - Basics of Blockchain 20:15
    • 14: Part 14 - Basics of Blockchain 35:59
    • 15: Part 15 - Basics of Blockchain 34:58
    • 16: Part 16 - Basics of Blockchain 09:04

    • 17: Part 1 - Blockchain Technology Use Cases 1:03:22
    • 18: Part 2 - Blockchain Technology Use Cases 48:56
    • 19: Part 3 - Blockchain Technology Use Cases 37:36
    • 20: Part 4 - Blockchain Technology Use Cases 41:42
    • 21: Part 5 - Blockchain Technology Use Cases 42:07
    • 22: Part 6 - Blockchain Technology Use Cases 37:40
    • 23: Part 7 - Blockchain Technology Use Cases 37:54
    • 24: Part 8 - Blockchain Technology Use Cases 52:57
    • 25: Part 9 - Blockchain Technology Use Cases 1:03:29
    • 26: Part 10 - Blockchain Technology Use Cases 50:13
    • 27: Part 11 - Blockchain Technology Use Cases 35:49
    • 28: Part 12 - Blockchain Technology Use Cases 46:38
    • 29: Part 13 - Blockchain Technology Use Cases 51:21
    • 30: Part 14 - Blockchain Technology Use Cases 16:48
    • 31: Part 15 - Blockchain Technology Use Cases 1:04:24

    • 32: Part 1 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 31:57
    • 33: Part 2 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 47:52
    • 34: Part 3 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 42:38
    • 35: Part 4 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 36:53
    • 36: Part 5 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 43:54
    • 37: Part 6 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 41:00
    • 38: Part 7 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 49:57
    • 39: Part 8 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 43:07
    • 40: Part 9 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 42:31
    • 41: Part 10 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 45:34
    • 42: Part 11 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 37:35
    • 43: Part 12 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 40:57
    • 44: Part 13 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 46:25
    • 45: Part 14 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 28:54
    • 46: Part 15 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 35:02
    • 47: Part 16 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 41:12
    • 48: Part 17 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 43:02
    • 49: Part 18 - Blockchain and Web 3.0 34:01

    • 50: Part 1 - Regulation of Blockchain Technology 48:06
    • 51: Part 2 - Regulation of Blockchain Technology 50:15
    • 52: Part 3 - Regulation of Blockchain Technology 51:15
    • 53: Part 4 - Regulation of Blockchain Technology 53:49
    • 54: Part 5 - Regulation of Blockchain Technology 37:52
    • 55: Part 6 - Regulation of Blockchain Technology 1:00:29
    • 56: Part 7 - Regulation of Blockchain Technology 56:08
    • 57: Part 8 - Regulation of Blockchain Technology 52:57
    • 58: Part 9 - Regulation of Blockchain Technology 37:39

    • 59: Part 1 - Research on Blockchain Technology 58:02
    • 60: Part 2 - Research on Blockchain Technology 42:51
    • 61: Part 3 - Research on Blockchain Technology 41:28
    • 62: Part 4 - Research on Blockchain Technology 38:59
    • 63: Part 5 - Research on Blockchain Technology 23:50
    • 64: Part 6 - Research on Blockchain Technology 45:14
    • 65: Part 7 - Research on Blockchain Technology 40:53
    • 66: Part 8 - Research on Blockchain Technology 1:04:29
    • 67: Part 9 - Research on Blockchain Technology 39:50
    • 68: Part 10 - Research on Blockchain Technology 26:46
    • 69: Part 11 - Research on Blockchain Technology 49:05
    • 70: Part 12 - Research on Blockchain Technology 31:13
    • 71: Part 13 - Research on Blockchain Technology 52:06
    • 72: Part 14 - Research on Blockchain Technology 36:14
    • 73: Part 15 - Research on Blockchain Technology 57:19
    • 74: Part 16 - Research on Blockchain Technology 1:02:09
    • 75: Part 17 - Research on Blockchain Technology 1:04:01
    • 76: Part 18 - Research on Blockchain Technology 58:39
    • 77: Part 19 - Research on Blockchain Technology 41:06
    • 78: Part 20 - Research on Blockchain Technology 34:52
    • 79: Part 21 - Research on Blockchain Technology 40:14

Course media

Description

Blockchain - Course Syllabus

Module 1: Introduction to Blockchain

  • Overview of Blockchain Technology
  • History and Evolution of Blockchain
  • Key Concepts: Decentralization, Distributed Ledger, Cryptography
  • Types of Blockchains: Public, Private, Hybrid, and Consortium
  • Comparison with Traditional Databases and Centralized Systems

Module 2: Blockchain Architecture and Components

  • Structure of a Blockchain
  • Blocks, Transactions, and Chains
  • Cryptographic Hashing and Merkle Trees
  • Consensus Mechanisms: Proof of Work (PoW), Proof of Stake (PoS), Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS), Practical Byzantine Fault Tolerance (PBFT)
  • Nodes and Network Participants

Module 3: Cryptography and Security in Blockchain

  • Introduction to Cryptography
  • Public and Private Key Cryptography
  • Digital Signatures and Hash Functions
  • Secure Transactions and Data Integrity
  • Security Vulnerabilities in Blockchain

Module 4: Smart Contracts and Decentralized Applications (dApps)

  • Understanding Smart Contracts
  • How Smart Contracts Work
  • Introduction to Solidity and Smart Contract Development
  • Deploying Smart Contracts on Ethereum
  • Decentralized Applications (dApps) and Their Use Cases

Module 5: Blockchain Platforms and Frameworks

  • Overview of Popular Blockchain Platforms: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Hyperledger, Binance Smart Chain, Solana, Polkadot
  • Differences Between Blockchain Networks
  • Choosing the Right Blockchain for Specific Applications

Module 6: Blockchain in Cryptocurrencies and Financial Services

  • Introduction to Cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Stablecoins
  • Bitcoin Blockchain and Transaction Process
  • Mining and Wallets
  • Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) and Tokenization
  • Challenges in Cryptocurrency Adoption

Module 7: Blockchain in Industries and Real-World Applications

  • Supply Chain Management
  • Healthcare and Medical Records
  • Banking and Financial Services
  • Identity Verification and KYC
  • Governance and Voting Systems
  • NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) and Digital Ownership

Module 8: Blockchain Development and Hands-on Implementation

  • Setting Up a Blockchain Development Environment
  • Writing and Deploying Smart Contracts
  • Developing a Simple dApp
  • Interacting with Blockchain Using Web3.js or Ethers.js
  • APIs and Blockchain Integration

Module 9: Regulation of Blockchain Technology

  • Regulation on Blockchain Technology

Module 10: Research on Blockchain Technology

  • Research on Blockchain Technology

Module 11: Challenges and Limitations of Blockchain

  • Scalability and Transaction Speed
  • Energy Consumption in Mining
  • Regulatory and Legal Issues
  • Interoperability Between Blockchain Networks
  • Privacy Concerns and Data Protection

Module 12: Future Trends and Emerging Technologies in Blockchain

  • Blockchain 3.0 and Layer-2 Solutions
  • Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
  • Web3 and the Future of the Internet
  • Cross-Chain Communication and Interoperability
  • Quantum Computing and Its Impact on Blockchain

Who is this course for?

1. Developers & Tech Professionals

  • Software Engineers looking to build decentralized apps (DApps)

  • Backend Developers interested in blockchain protocols (Ethereum, Solana, Hyperledger)

  • Web3 Developers specializing in smart contracts (Solidity, Rust)

  • Cybersecurity Experts exploring blockchain security

2. Finance & Business Professionals

  • Banking & Fintech Professionals learning DeFi (Decentralized Finance)

  • Investment Analysts evaluating crypto/blockchain projects

  • Entrepreneurs & Startups exploring blockchain-based business models

  • Consultants advising on blockchain adoption

3. Data & IT Professionals

  • Data Scientists analyzing blockchain transactions

  • Cloud & DevOps Engineers deploying blockchain nodes

  • AI/ML Engineers integrating blockchain with AI

4. Students & Career Switchers

  • Computer Science/Engineering Students entering Web3

  • Finance/Economics Graduates exploring crypto markets

  • Professionals transitioning into blockchain roles

5. Legal & Compliance Experts

  • Regulatory & Compliance Officers in crypto firms

  • Lawyers specializing in smart contract law & crypto regulations

Requirements

Passion to learn and succeed!

Career path

  • Blockchain Developer
  • Smart Contract Developer
  • Blockchain Engineer
  • Web3 Developer
  • Blockchain Architect
  • Blockchain Security Engineer
  • Blockchain Consultant
  • Crypto Research Analyst
  • Blockchain Product Manager
  • Blockchain Data Analyst
  • NFT Developer
  • DeFi Developer
  • Blockchain UX/UI Designer
  • Blockchain Quality Assurance Engineer
  • Cryptocurrency Trader
  • Blockchain Solution Architect
  • Blockchain Project Manager

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