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Mastering Blockchain: Your Comprehensive Guide to Blockchain Technology

Dive into the intricate world of blockchain with the third edition of Mastering Blockchain by Imran Bashir. This updated version introduces four new chapters on trending topics like blockchain consensus, Ethereum 2, and Enterprise blockchains. It also covers advanced topics including zero-knowledge proofs, zk-SNARKS, Tezos, EOS, formal methods, and blockchain security.

This book offers a complete overview of blockchain technology, combining theory with practical exercises using platforms such as Ethereum, Bitcoin, Quroum, and Hyperledger. Whether you’re a seasoned technologist, student, business executive, or just a blockchain enthusiast, this guide provides the foundational knowledge needed to understand distributed systems, consensus, and cryptography.

What You Will Learn:

• The architecture and development of Ethereum 2.0
• The mechanisms of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and alternative cryptocurrencies
• Applications of blockchain beyond cryptocurrencies

  Key Takeaways:

• A strong focus on the core principles of blockchain
• A balance of theoretical concepts and practical application
• An invaluable resource for both beginners and experts in blockchain technology

  Table of Contents:

  1. Blockchain 101
  2. Consensus Algorithms
  3. The Bitcoin Network and Payments
  4. Alternative Coins and Smart Contracts
  5. Ethereum 101
  6. Hyperledger and Tokenization
  7. Blockchain – Outside of Currencies
  8. Current Landscape and What’s Next

     Pros:

• Comprehensive and up-to-date with recent developments in blockchain technology
• Suitable for both classroom learning and self-study
• Practical exercises enhance understanding and application of concepts
• Broad coverage from fundamental principles to advanced topics

  Cons:

• The dense material may be overwhelming for complete beginners
• Some sections may require prior knowledge of programming and cryptography for full comprehension

  Publisher: Packt Publishing
  Publication Date: August 31, 2020
  Edition: 3rd
  Language: English
  Print Length: 816 pages
  ISBN-10: 1839213191
  ISBN-13: 978-1839213199
  Item Weight: 3.25 pounds
  Dimensions: 7.5 x 1.84 x 9.25 inches

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  Customer Reviews: 4.5 out of 5 stars (227 reviews)