Demystify one of the most disruptive modern technologies and gain an understanding of distributed ledger technology, consensus protocols, smart contracts, DApps, blockchain scalability, privacy, security, and more.Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format.Key FeaturesStudy new blockchains, including Polkadot, Solana, and dive into the architecture of Ethereum's execution and consensus layerExplore distributed ledger technologies such as Ethereum, Bitcoin, Hyperledger Fabric, and QuorumGet to grips with Solidity, Web3, NFTs, DeFi, and smart contract developmentBook DescriptionBlockchain is the backbone of cryptocurrencies, with applications in finance, government, media, and more. With a legacy of providing technologists with executable insights, this new edition of Mastering Blockchain is thoroughly revised and updated according to the latest blockchain research. With new chapters on decentralized finance, decentralized identity, blockchain privacy, scalability, security, and bonus online content exploring alternative blockchains, this is an unmissable read for everyone who wants to gain a deep understanding of blockchain.Although this book covers the basics, including blockchain's technical underpinnings, cryptography, and consensus protocols, it doesn't shy away from advanced topics and practical expertise, such as decentralized application (DApp) development using smart contracts. Throughout the book, you'll explore blockchain solutions beyond cryptocurrencies, such as the Internet of Things (IoT) with blockchain, enterprise blockchains, and tokenization, and gain insight into the future scope of this fascinating and disruptive technology.By the end of this blockchain book, you will have gained a thorough understanding of the various facets of blockchain and understand the potential of this technology in diverse real-world scenarios.What you will learnGrasp the mechanisms behind Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other blockchain protocolsUnderstand cryptography and its usage in blockchainBecome familiar with blockchain consensus algorithms and develop smart contracts and DApps using Solidity, Remix, Truffle, and GanacheSolve issues relating to scalability, privacy, and security in blockchainExplore enterprise blockchainsDelve into emerging trends like decentralized and self-sovereign identity, DeFi, NFTs, and MetaverseExplore various applications, research topics, and future directions of blockchainWho this book is forThis book is for blockchain enthusiasts from all backgrounds, including business executives who want to leverage new platforms and students who want to a textbook exploring this fascinating technology. It is also a useful reference guide for blockchain development professionals who want to build fast and highly secure transactional applications. Basic knowledge in any programming language will come in handy.Table of ContentsBlockchain 101DecentralizationSymmetric CryptographyAsymmetric CryptographyConsensus AlgorithmsBitcoin ArchitectureBitcoin in PracticeSmart ContractsEthereum ArchitectureEthereum in PracticeTools, Languages, and Frameworks for Ethereum DevelopersWeb3 Development Using EthereumThe Merge and BeyondHyperledgerTokenizationEnterprise BlockchainScalabilityBlockchain PrivacyBlockchain SecurityDecentralized IdentityDecentralized FinanceBlockchain Applications and What's Next!Alternative blockchains

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