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Introduction to Blockchain

Introduction to Blockchain

Introduction to Blockchain

An Educational Course for High School and Up. Learn about blockchain technology, Web3, DeFi, and the future of the internet.

43 lessons

Beginner skill level

No prerequisites

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About the course

This comprehensive course covers everything from the history of the internet (Web1, Web2, Web3) to understanding tokens, smart contracts, DeFi, and the broader Web3 ecosystem. Perfect for students and beginners who want to understand the fundamentals of blockchain technology. The curriculum includes 10 chapters with 43 lessons covering topics like decentralized finance, NFTs, DAOs, and emerging trends in Web3. Each lesson is designed to be accessible and educational for high school students and up.

Skills you'll obtain

  • Understand Web3 fundamentals

  • Learn about DeFi and tokens

  • Explore blockchain applications

Syllabus

  • 43 lessons

1
History and Future of the Internet
Web1, Web2, Web3
4 lessons
2
Understanding Tokens
Fungible, Non-Fungible, Utility & Governance
4 lessons
3
Technical Tools of Blockchain
Private Keys, Wallets, dApps, Smart Contracts
4 lessons
4
From Traditional Internet to Web3
A Comparative View
6 lessons
5
Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
Past, Present, and Future
3 lessons
6
Today's Blockchain and DeFi Landscape
Public Networks, Digital $, DeFi, Memes, & Spot ETFs
4 lessons
7
Web3 Beyond Finance
Social Media, Identity, DAOs & Digital Art
5 lessons
8
Emerging Trends
Composability, AI, IoT & the Metaverse
4 lessons
9
Risks, Safety, Regulation, and Ethics
in the Web3 World
3 lessons
10
Continuing the Journey
Resources for Further Learning
6 lessons

Course Authors

Course Author

David Eisenhauer

David Eisenhauer

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David is a veteran entrepreneur and passionate builder in the blockchain industry. He's the CEO and Founder of zero Ω, a bespoke web3 marketing agency that partners with the best decentralized finance projects. David is naturally a creative and enjoys writing on topics in business, DeFi, technology, and philosophy. He is dedicated to helping others learn about web3 and how it unlocks a more democratic world of finance. David currently serves as an advisor to distinguished businesses built onchain and leads a global nonprofit organization.

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Cody Reich

Cody Reich

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Cody is a blockchain educator, developer, and Web3 strategist with a background in economics, cybersecurity, and political science. He builds analytics platforms, teaches blockchain fundamentals, and helps teams understand how decentralized systems work under the hood. Focused on first principles, not hype.

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