Architecting Blockchain Solutions: Unlock the power of Blockchain to build Trustless networks, dApps, Tokens, and Virtual world
- Length: 382 pages
- Edition: 1
- Language: English
- Publisher: BPB Publications
- Publication Date: 2023
- ISBN-10: B0BSV5Y2SX
- ISBN-13: 9789355513229
- Sales Rank: #0 (See Top 100 Books)
A step-by-step guide that will help you develop Blockchain solutions from scratch
Key Features
- Understand the fundamental technologies that enabled the invention of blockchain.
- Get familiar with the working of blockchain and evaluate the implementation possibilities.
- Learn about successful blockchain apps: tokens, DeFi, NFT, and Metaverse.
Description
Blockchain uses the distributed ledger technology that allows transactions and data to be recorded, shared, and synchronized across a distributed network of different network participants. The vast untapped potential of this recent popular technology co-exists with the high demand for Blockchain Architects across the globe.
‘Architecting Blockchain Solutions’ will help you learn how to unlock blockchain’s potential and begin your professional journey as a Blockchain Architect. The book covers key concepts and technologies in blockchain, including Distributed ledgers, Consensus mechanisms, and Smart contracts. The book also explores the various ways in which blockchain can be used in different industries, such as Finance, Healthcare, and Supply chain management. Parallelly, it also explains the successful implementation of blockchain for Cryptocurrencies, Tokens, DeFi, NFT etc. Towards the end, the book focuses on hands-on topics like creating your tokens on the existing blockchain, writing Smart contracts for DeFi, creating your own NFTs, and many successful implementations.
Overall, this book is a comprehensive guide about blockchain architecture and provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in this rapidly evolving field.
What you will learn
- Get familiar with the core concepts of architecting blockchain solutions.
- Explore and work with programming languages and libraries used for blockchain development.
- Design and maintain the underlying infrastructure for running blockchain networks.
- Learn how to write and test smart contracts.
- Learn how to create cryptocurrencies and NFTs.
Who this book is for
This book is a perfect stepping stone for novice blockchain enthusiasts to truly unlock blockchain’s potential. It is also for blockchain architects, decentralization enthusiasts, and disruptive technology-focused professionals who want to design and implement blockchain solutions.
Cover Page Title Page Copyright Page Dedication Page About the Author About the Reviewer Acknowledgement Preface Errata Table of Contents 1. The Genesis of Blockchain Introduction Structure Objectives First things first—understand what the blockchain is The background of blockchain: its history and origin The underlying architecture of a blockchain The components of a blockchain architecture Functioning of a Blockchain Attributes of Blockchain Industries where blockchain solutions can be applied How can blockchain solutions be useful for businesses? Why can blockchain benefit businesses? Probable applications of blockchain in businesses Real-world use cases of blockchain in different businesses Blockchain as a service The importance of architecting blockchain solutions Types of blockchain architectures Becoming a certified blockchain architect Who is a blockchain architect? Now, why is becoming a blockchain architect a good career choice? What skills do you need to become a blockchain architect? Conclusion Questions Key terms 2. Architecting Blockchain Solutions From Scratch Introduction Structure Objectives Database systems Different types of database models Blockchains versus databases Blockchains and scalability Purposes of using blockchains Purposes of traditional database Conclusion Questions Key terms 3. Components of Blockchain Architecture and Its Types Introduction Structure Objectives Introduction to network architecture Client/server architecture Advantages of client-server architecture Disadvantages of client-server architecture Peer-to-peer network architecture Advantages of a peer-to-peer network Disadvantages of a peer-to-peer network Centralized versus decentralized versus distributed databases Database architecture versus Blockchain architecture Data structures used in Blockchains Advantages of Blockchain data structure Characteristics of Blockchain architecture Components of a Blockchain architecture Types of Blockchain structure Public Blockchain architecture Proof of Work (PoW) Consensus Algorithm Private Blockchain architecture Proof of Stake Consensus Algorithm Byzantine fault tolerance Consortium Blockchain architecture Conclusion Questions Key Terms 4. Blockchain Basics—Cryptography, Encryption, Hashing, and Merkle Tree Introduction Structure Objectives Part 1: Cryptography and encryption What is cryptography? Concepts related to cryptography Encryption Decryption Cipher Key Types of encryption Why is encryption important? How does cryptography work? Methods of cryptography Cryptography in Blockchain Part 2: Hashing What is a hash? Cryptographic hash functions Properties of cryptographic hash functions: Hashing in Blockchain Part 3: The Merkle tree What is a Merkle tree? Forming of a Merkle tree and its functions Benefits of a Merkle tree in blockchain Conclusion Questions Key terms 5. Blockchain Basics II —Transactions, Banking, Ledger Accounting, and DLTs Introduction Structure Objectives What is the digital era? What is bartering? Definition of bartering Benefits of bartering What is money? The definition of money Categories of money How is money created? What is banking? What is a bank, and what does banking mean? Importance of banking Understanding transaction and traditional methods of accounting What is a transaction? What is accounting? Types of traditional accounting Ledger accounting Central influence in traditional finance Distributed ledger technology What is a distributed ledger? What is Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT)? Properties, advantages, and uses of the distributed ledger technology Conclusion Questions Key terms 6. Blockchain Use Cases - Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi, and Tokenization Introduction Structure Objectives Part 1: Bitcoin and Ethereum Bitcoin: a history Ethereum: a history Bitcoin and Ethereum: a comparison Part 2: DeFi DeFi: a brief overview The growth of DeFi Use cases of DeFi, and future outlook Part 3: Tokenization and NFTs Understanding tokenization Types of assets that are tokenized ERC20 tokens explained The need for ERC20 tokens What are NFTs? Working of non-fungible token trades Future of non-fungible tokens Conclusion Questions Key terms 7. Other Use Cases Introduction Structure Objectives Blockchain for good Blockchain use cases in finance Cross-border payments Lending platforms Fundraising Capital markets Blockchain use cases for governments Digital identity management Regulation Administration Reducing corruption Eliminating voter fraud Blockchain for businesses Supply chain management Internet-of-Things (IoT) Automation of tasks with smart contracts Real estate Retail operations Inventory management Conclusion Questions Key terms 8. Blockchain Advanced— Nodes, Instances, and Service Providers Introduction Structure Objectives Blockchain nodes—what are they? Purposes of blockchain nodes Functions of a blockchain node Transaction processing Accommodating growth Accessibility Point of communication Storage Types of nodes in blockchain Full nodes Pruned Archival Authority Miner Master nodes Staking nodes Light nodes Supernodes Lightning nodes Deploying blockchain nodes Technical difficulties Blockchain as a Service Some examples of BaaS providers How to select the right BaaSp Deploying a Blockchain instance using the example of AWS' managed blockchains Conclusion Questions Key terms 9. Blockchain Advanced—Consensus Mechanisms Introduction Objectives Structure Consensus algorithms—What are they? Proof of work—The original consensus algorithm How do math puzzles prevent Byzantine failures? Advantages and disadvantages of PoW The energy problem surrounding Blockchains—The bitcoin problem, the Ethereum solution. The case of private blockchains—Is Proof of Work necessary? The alternatives—Proof of stake, delegated proof of stake Advantages and disadvantages of the alternatives Conclusion Questions Key terms 10. Architecting Blockchain Solutions From Scratch Blockchain Architecture: The Groundwork Introduction Structure Objectives The necessary skill set to become a blockchain architect A good grasp on cryptography Knowledge of multiple programming languages Smart contract development Extensive knowledge of data structures Web development Certifications and examinations to become a blockchain architect Groundwork for developing a blockchain architecture Types of blockchain architecture How to develop a private blockchain architecture? What purposes can a blockchain serve? How to create a blockchain network? How to choose the suitable consensus mechanism for your blockchain? Types of consensus mechanism for blockchains: How to pick the right platform to aid the development of your blockchain? What are some popular blockchain platforms among blockchain architects? Conclusion Questions Key terms 11. Blockchain Architecture—Languages and Libraries - Part 1 Introduction Structure Objectives Popular programming languages Python Python code example Java Java code example C++ C++ code example Golang Golang code example Solidity Vyper Flowcharts Flowchart example Pseudo code Example of pseudocode Programming language libraries TensorFlow PyTorch Numpy Scikit-Learn Keras Google Guava Apache Commons Jackson JAXB Mockito SFML, or the Simple and Fast Multimedia Library GORM Go Kit Vegeta Fuzzy Cli Conclusion Questions Key terms 12. Blockchain Architecture— Languages and Libraries - Part 2 Introduction Structure Objectives C# C# code example JavaScript JavaScript code example Simplicity Simplicity code example Rholang eWASM Ethereum Bytecode Conclusion Questions Key terms 13. Blockchain Architecture—Setting Up Development Environment Introduction Structure Objectives IDEs-a brief intro The various types of IDEs Choosing the right IDE for your project Some well-known and widely used IDEs Eclipse MPLAB X Arduino IDE IntelliJ IDE Remix online IDE Setting up the online Remix IDE for solidity smart contract development Conclusion Questions Key terms 14. Blockchain Architecture—Design Development and Integrations Introduction Structure Objectives Designing blockchain nodes Node structures on popular blockchains Setting up a blockchain Nodes Clearing server The smartphone app The blockchain network setup Conclusion Questions Key terms 15. Blockchain Bonus—Creating Cryptocurrencies and NFTs Introduction Structure Objectives Ethereum's ERC standards The ERC 20 token standard The ERC 721 token standard Developing your own cryptocurrency on the Ethereum blockchain Creating an ERC 20 token Functioning of an ERC 20 token smart contract Writing the ERC 20 token smart contract Creating a non-fungible token (NFT) Storing your NFT's metadata The prerequisites Building the NFT Deploying our NFT Conclusion Questions Key terms 16. What Next? The Roadmap to Your Blockchain Architect Introduction Structure Objectives Section 1: The global blockchain job market The booming blockchain job market and the growing demand for blockchain professionals The limited talent pool in the blockchain domain Job market outlook and statistics An estimation of the annual salary of a blockchain professional Most popular positions in the blockchain space Section 2: Recap Why is becoming a blockchain architect strategically a good career choice? The exceptionally high demand for blockchain architects The incredible salary options You have a lot of flexibility You can help bring in a technological revolution Steps to follow to become a certified blockchain architect Section 3: looking for jobs What are the most in-demand blockchain skills at the moment? Searching for blockchain jobs: who is recruiting? Where to find them? Largest employers in the blockchain space Conclusion Index
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