Course Prerequisites:
Functional understanding of computing processes and open networks like internet Basic knowledge to follow pseudocode to understand a concept Ability to understand how various verticals work like finance, supply chains, asset trading etc.
Fundamental understanding of how business utilizes information technology for process efficiencies and optimizations
Modules:
Module 1: Introduction to Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
1.1 Risks and Benefits
1.2 Databases – A Comparative Analysis
1.3 Delving into Bitcoin
1.4 Bitcoin Vs Blockchain
Module 2: Understanding Bitcoin Blockchain Mechanics
2.1 Deep Dive into Components
2.2 Lifecycle of a Blockchain Transaction
2.3 Understanding P2P Networks
2.4 The Mystery of Consensus Protocols
Module 3: Bitcoin Script Decentralized Application
3.1 Bitcoin Scripting Basics
3.3 Script Operations
3.4 Multisig Transactions
3.5 Escrow Services
3.6 Time-Locked Contracts
3.7 Atomic Swaps
3.8 Payment Channels
Module 4: Blockchain Frameworks
4.1 Ethereum and Its Ecosystem
4.2 Introduction to Other Frameworks
Module 5: Advanced Blockchain Concepts
5.1 Layer 2 Scaling Solutions
5.2 Privacy Enhancements
5.3 Smart Contracts on Bitcoin
5.4 Sidechains and Drivechains
5.5 Atomic Swaps
5.6 Schnorr Signatures and Taproot
5.7 Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs)
5.8 Tokenization and Asset Issuance
5.9 Cross-Chain Interoperability
5.10 Governance and Protocol Evolution
Module 6: Cryptocurrencies: Trading, Regulations, and Compliance
6.1 The Financial Side of Cryptos
6.2 Dive into ICOs, DAOs, NFTs, and DeFi
6.3 Legal and Compliance
Module 7: Bitcoin Real-world Applications
7.1 Lightning Network (Layer 2 Solution)
7.2 RSK (Rootstock)
7.3 Liquid Network (Sidechain Solution)
7.4 Atomic Swaps
7.5 Lnbits
7.6 Bottle Pay
7.7 Zap Wallet
7.8 Muun Wallet
7.9 Sphinx Chat
7.10 Tippin.me
7.11 SparkSwap
7.12 RGB (Colored Coins Protocol)
7.13 Bisq
Module 8: Blockchain and Other Technologies
8.1 Bitcoin Blockchain Integrations with Emerging Tech
8.2 Internet of Things (IoT) Integration
8.3 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Integration
8.4 Edge Computing Integration
8.5 Quantum Computing Integration
8.6 Biometrics and Authentication Integration
8.7 Supply Chain and Logistics Integration
8.8 Decentralized Identity and Authentication Integration