Buch, Englisch, 272 Seiten, Format (B × H): 190 mm x 236 mm, Gewicht: 520 g
ISBN: 978-1-394-15966-6
Verlag: Wiley
Carve out your niche in the exploding world of blockchain technology
Cryptocurrency, NFTs, smart contracts, and ever-more-important business and finance functions—they all run on blockchain. Blockchain For Dummies is the must-have guide to the basics of blockchain. This clear reference breaks down exactly what blockchain technology is, how it’s used across industries, and what it all means for you and your investment portfolio. Learn the latest token standards, emerging tools and platforms, and opportunities that you’ll want to hop aboard. This book demystifies all of it, so you can understand and profit from this major disruptor in the world of finance. Evaluate new ideas and trends, make smarter decisions, and establish your presence on your blockchains of choice. - Peek under the hood of the new tech that’s changing finance (and everything else)
- Learn how blockchain powers cryptocurrency and smart contracts
- Launch your own blockchain apps on stable platforms
- Understand and take advantage of blockchain investment opportunities
Investors, financial pros, and technologists who need Blockchain 101 will love Blockchain For Dummies. Exploring blockchain to build your personal portfolio? This book has your essentials.
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Introduction 1
Part 1: Getting Started with Blockchain 5
Chapter 1: Introducing Blockchain 7
Chapter 2: Picking a Blockchain 19
Chapter 3: Getting Your Hands on Blockchain 27
Part 2: Developing Your Knowledge 41
Chapter 4: Beholding the Bitcoin Blockchain 43
Chapter 5: Encountering the Ethereum Blockchain 55
Chapter 6: Uncovering the Cardano Blockchain 83
Chapter 7: Finding the Polkadot Blockchain 95
Chapter 8: Examining the Solana Blockchain 109
Part 3: Powerful Blockchain Platforms 123
Chapter 9: Getting Your Hands on Hyperledger 125
Chapter 10: Applying Microsoft Azure 137
Chapter 11: Getting Busy with IBM 149
Part 4: Industry Impacts 161
Chapter 12: Financial Technology 163
Chapter 13: Real Estate 173
Chapter 14: Insurance 183
Chapter 15: Government 193
Chapter 16: Other Industries 207
Part 5: The Part of Tens 217
Chapter 17: Ten (or So) Free Blockchain Resources 219
Chapter 18: Ten Rules to Never Break on the Blockchain 225
Chapter 19: Ten Top Metaverse Projects 233
Index 239
