Princeton University
A technical course from Princeton University exploring how Bitcoin works at a technical level, covering cryptographic hash functions, digital signatures, consensus mechanisms, and the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem.
Duration
11 weeks
Level
Intermediate
Deadline
No Deadline
Basic understanding of computer science concepts and some programming experience. Familiarity with fundamental concepts in cryptography is helpful but not required.
Introduction to Cryptographic Hash Functions and Digital Signatures
How Bitcoin Achieves Decentralization: Consensus and Mining
Mechanics of Bitcoin: Transactions, Scripts, and Blocks
How to Store and Use Bitcoins: Wallets and Security
Bitcoin Mining and the Economics of Cryptocurrency
Altcoins, the Cryptocurrency Ecosystem, and Future Directions
Princeton University is a private Ivy League research university in Princeton, New Jersey. Founded in 1746, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions of higher education in the United States.
Founded
1746
Location
Princeton, New Jersey, USA
Recognition
#1 National University — U.S. News & World Report 2024
Complete walkthrough with screenshots, tips, and troubleshooting
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