This book covers several important topics on current blockchain algorithms.
The focus of this book is to provide an overview to the common reader - about three things:
1) Blockchain algorithms
2) Smart contracts and
3) Decentralized applications.
The reader of this book should be aware of the key happenin... gs in the cryptocurrency space. The book starts with a discussion of algorithms in the blockchain namely the validation algorithm, and the Merkle-tree algorithm, the Elliptic curve cryptography algorithm, Zero-knowledge proof algorithm - which forms the foundational structure for any blockchain. Further to the discussion of algorithms, the book discusses smart contract platforms and decentralized applications which use these smart contracts. Important illustrations of the decentralized applications include the Ethereum naming service, the Bitcoin Lightning Network, Constantinople, and St.Petersburg updates of the Ethereum smart contract platform. We also discuss the hyper ledger platform and its importance in developing several enterprise-grade applications. Then we introduce the readers to recent developments in decentralized applications such as the DutchX protocol, the Etherisc protocol, central bank digital currencies and the Cosmos blockchain network.read more
BIOGRAPHY Praveen Soundarajan is a Blockchain Enthusiast; He is the CEO & Chief Content Officer of cryptonewtech.com (A Business Blog about Blockchain & Emerging Technologies). He holds a degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering. His areas of interest include Blockchain technology, Entrepreneurship, and Digi... tal Marketing.read more