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101: Foundations

This course provides a solid introduction to blockchain fundamentals, core technical concepts, and essential smart contract knowledge, giving beginners a strong foundation to start building in Web3.

101: Foundations

Language

Compact

Total Length

1.0h

Part of Learning Track

Build on Midnight + 1

What You’ll Learn

Learn blockchain fundamentals applicable to any distributed system

How blockchains reach consensus without any central authority
The cryptography that secures billions in value
Why the DAO lost $60 million and Bitcoin survived everything
Smart contract mechanics and the patterns that keep them safe
How to smell BS in blockchain projects from a mile away

Syllabus