Web 3.0 & Blockchain Primer - Are You Ready?

This is a one-hour, fast-paced “crash course” on the latest advancements in Web 3.0 technologies.

What you'll learn
The difference between how information and value are moved across the internet
The vernacular of the internet’s history from Web 1.0 to Web 3.0
Basic understanding of the blockchain, including cryptography, validation and consensus
The purpose and functionality of hashes and digital signatures
Proof of Work (POW) and Proof of Stake (POS) consensus techniques (including mining)
Various blockchain applications including decentralized finance, medical records, digital identity
Purpose of tokens including fungible and non-fungible types
Wallets and exchanges that can be used to participate in crypto investing
Smart contracts and the decentralized applications they enable
Decentralized exchanges to enhance the token economy, including liquidity pools offering passive income
Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) that form Web 3.0 companies


Requirements
No skills, experience or tools required!
Just an internet connection to watch the videos
Description
Terms like
blockchain
,
cryptocurrency
, and
non-fungible tokens
are making the news, but
what do they really mean?
This course begins with a brief history of the internet, explaining how it’s a network that moves information across the world. The blockchain is then introduced, showcasing the
innovation to move real value across the internet
. The course explains how
cryptocurrency
is only one of several very interesting applications for the blockchain.
Proof of Work
(POW) is shown so you can understand how
mining rigs
are solving cryptographic puzzles and earning passive income. Necessary details such as
hash
and
digital signatures
are explained at a high level.
Wallets
and centralized exchanges are described, to help you
get involved with crypto investing
.
Smart contracts
are briefly explained using the example of a home mortgage. The core principles of Ethereum are shown, since it was the pioneer of code compilation within a blockchain. Next,
decentralized exchanges
are summarized, including the way
liquidity pools
are used to create the supply/demand economics necessary for proper operation. Fungible and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) are explained in detail, so you can finally understand the technology behind the hype. Different kinds of tokens, such as utility, security & governance are also explained.
Next, interfaces known as
oracles
are explained. These platforms are used to interface real-world data with the blockchain. This is how everything from light switches to temperature sensors to stock exchanges can move data into Web 3.0. Similarly, smart contracts on the blockchain can control real-world devices such as motors, switches and printers.
The course concludes with a discussion about
Decentralized Autonomous Organizations
(DAOs). These are Web 3.0 “companies” that operate on smart contracts and have “employees” that can be pseudo-anonymous. Several of the most successful blockchain projects are created by DAOs, and are funded by a variety of tokens.
Viewers will satisfy their curiosity by learning how this amazing new technology actually works! The course is designed for a broad audience beyond computer scientists and programmers. If you’re looking to spend just one hour to learn about a refreshing, modern and different subject, this course is for you!
Who this course is for:
This course is intended for anybody who wants to learn a little more about Web 3.0, blockchain, cryptocurrency and all the other applications that may one day impact our lives.
Experts will also enjoy the content as a refresher, and just might pickup a new nugget or two!

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