This course is the definitive introduction to blockchain for both the developer and non-developer audience. Beyond the technology, this course will introduce you to some of the philosophy behind decentralization and why there is so much excitement around it. Join ConsenSys Academy and course instructor Nick Nelson in this rich-media introduction to the foundations of blockchain.
During the first three modules, you'll be introduced to blockchain and the technology behind it. In module four, we'll go beyond bitcoin and delve deeper into a next-generation blockchain called Ethereum to introduce you to what modern blockchains can do. The use cases featured in the final module are drawn from among the businesses in ConsenSys portfolio. We believe we're uniquely positioned to present you with a valuable behind-the-scenes look at the people and companies working in this space to help give you a better understanding of the business side of blockchain.
Together, we'll examine businesses use cases, hear from industry leaders, and give you the opportunity to develop and analyze a use case yourself. With this course, not only will you be the one who is able to explain blockchain to your colleagues, you'll be well on your way to making educated business decisions with your new, foundational understanding of the technology.
Status: FinTech
FinTech
Status: Blockchain
Blockchain
Beginner·Course·11 hours
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5.0
·Reviewed Jan 18, 2019
This is an outstanding course for neophyte blockchain entrepreneurs and those who desire to create a career in this emerging high-technology field.
4.0
·Reviewed Oct 27, 2021
Explains everything in detail even though it doesn't get too technical.Worth the time and effort, recommend it for anyone who's trying to pursue a career in the Blockchain domain.
5.0
·Reviewed Apr 26, 2022
Course content is really close to the context of blockchain. Use case are very relevent and it was really helpful to understand the concept.
5.0
·Reviewed Oct 16, 2018
Best examples and use cases are available in the course to understanding the technology.very helpful for basic understanding and learning the Blockchain Technology..
5.0
·Reviewed Feb 9, 2022
A very detailed, yet friendly, introduction to blockchains. Definitely would recommend as a first course into blockchain before moving onto other harder materials.
5.0
·Reviewed Nov 13, 2018
Course is very good start to enter into blockchain ecosystem understanding all concepts and things that decentralization can bring into upcoming digital transformations in every sector.
5.0
·Reviewed Dec 12, 2018
Enjoyable self-learning interface about blockchain basics and introduction to ConsenSys. Great for those wanting to begin learning about Blockchain application.
4.0
·Reviewed Nov 4, 2018
I liked the course however it was quite a "SHILL" fest towards Ethereum. Very little mention of any other blockchain and the final module was just what I thought to be a big sales of some tokens.
5.0
·Reviewed Mar 23, 2019
Covered so many things about Blockchain technology. Great course designed for anyone who wants to start understanding this amazing technology. Thank you Team Consensus!!!!
5.0
·Reviewed Jul 18, 2020
Great course to learn the fundamentals of blockchain. For someone just starting out with limited knowledge, I have gained the basic knowledge of blockchain.
5.0
·Reviewed Mar 18, 2019
This course gives a good start about the fundamentals of block chain and how it can be applied. The lectures are easily understandable and made as simple as it could be.
5.0
·Reviewed Jun 19, 2022
This course is truly amazing specially for the people who are finding a good source to understand blockchain basics and getting started. The content and the slides are amazing.
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Nagendra
5.0
·Reviewed Nov 14, 2018
Course is very good start to enter into blockchain ecosystem understanding all concepts and things that decentralization can bring into upcoming digital transformations in every sector.
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Krishna
5.0
·Reviewed Nov 12, 2018
This is excellent foundation course for beginners. Especially the real time examples given in the course are awesome. I liked the decision tree logic when to implement Blockchain.
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2.0
·Reviewed Sep 11, 2018
I understand that free courses should have some content to promote their own products which in this case it is their own portfolio companies but the balance of useful and marketing content was just not right. %20 of the course was useful but the rest was just about Consensys.
I really admire the company and their effort to run the industry forward but I recommend everyone just to take this course as a free one. Its certificate will not mean anything other than the Consensys itself since the content is mostly about them.
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Ajay
5.0
·Reviewed Mar 23, 2019
Covered so many things about Blockchain technology. Great course designed for anyone who wants to start understanding this amazing technology. Thank you Team Consensus!!!!
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Emily
1.0
·Reviewed Jan 30, 2019
This course is more of a propaganda piece / sales pitch for consensys than it is a course about blockchain. It does not explain blockchain well and if full of uninformed and misleading information about accounting
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Norm
1.0
·Reviewed Oct 15, 2018
90% self promotion, 10% substance.
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Mandar
5.0
·Reviewed Mar 19, 2019
This course gives a good start about the fundamentals of block chain and how it can be applied. The lectures are easily understandable and made as simple as it could be.
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STEVEN
5.0
·Reviewed May 25, 2019
loved this class! Highly recommended for any aspiring developers or anyone who has an interest in blockchain!
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Shahriyar
5.0
·Reviewed Apr 22, 2019
This course was so amazing and wonderful that now i feel I can talk with everyone active in this field with 100% confidence. I can challenge them and show them how deeply i know blockchain and its technology. Thanks Coursera for this wonderful opportunity.
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Willem
5.0
·Reviewed Jul 22, 2019
It has been a very engaging course, clear explanations, and great video presentations. Till now this has been the best blockchain course for me a beginner.
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Greg
5.0
·Reviewed Jun 24, 2019
Exactly what I was looking for by way of foundational blockchain training. Highly recommended for the tech and non-tech literate.
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Santiago
5.0
·Reviewed Jun 23, 2019
Love it. Explained in a very digestible way with challenging questions to further cement the concepts
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Moin
5.0
·Reviewed Feb 25, 2021
A truly enlightening and useful course. The course is so nicely designed and is practical in nature. The course presented by those who matter in blockchain technology really makes it one of its kind.
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Niels
4.0
·Reviewed Feb 26, 2019
I completed this course to extend my existing knowledge on blockchain and use cases. I found it very interesting and also the end assignment let's you prove you can design and explain a use case. The peer review in the end is a PLUS because you receive feedback from others evaluating the use case.
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Shubham
5.0
·Reviewed Apr 15, 2019
A highly engaging course that gives you a high-level view of Blockchain, how it functions and where it can be applied.
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Nelson
5.0
·Reviewed Jul 3, 2019
I really liked how the content is sorted, as result I understand how blockchain works.
Thanks you!
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Dr
5.0
·Reviewed Jun 29, 2019
Threw light into something that I am completely and totally naive about !!!
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ram
5.0
·Reviewed May 9, 2019
Good for people trying to understand Blockchain Foundations