Introduction to Blockchain & Ethereum JHB
Sat Nov 4, 09:00 - Sat Nov 4, 16:00
JoziHub
ABOUT
Course Modules:
Blockchain Fundamentals / Ethereum / Decentralized Applications / Smart Contracts
This training rapidly introduces participants to blockchain technology, its use cases and technological impact on various industries, focusing specifically on Ethereum. In the morning, we provide you with a profound technical understanding of blockchain, cryptography and ethereum, without requiring programming skills or prior knowledge of the blockchain. The course then dives into the practical (d)applications and use cases, the Ethereum community, cryptocurrency exchanges with practical examples where users interact with live smart contracts.
Theory and Fundamentals – (Morning Session)
Blockchain overview and fundamentals
Cryptographic hashes and Merkle Trees
Understanding Ethereum
Smart contract capabilities and limitations
The Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)
Practical Applications and Ethereum – (Afternoon Session)
Ethereum community and innovation mechanisms
The decentralized application landscape
Activity - Interacting with Ethereum: account creation, transaction auditing and interaction with a smart contract
Smart contract complexity and risks: The DAO
Blockchain Innovation Brainstorming and Q&A
Activity – Brainstorming and discussion of blockchain technology
Requirements:
No prior knowledge of blockchain or Bitcoin is required.
Bringing your laptop may be beneficial for notes - Wifi on site
Additional:
Snacks and Lunch will be provided
At the end of the course participants will be provided with a certificate on the blockchain.
About Linum Labs
Linum Labs is a Blockchain production studio with a focus on blockchain consulting, training and community aggregation. We strive to be at the forefront of Blockchain thought leadership and development in Sub-Saharan Africa and Europe with our HQ located in the beautiful city of Cape Town, South Africa.
While being Blockchain agnostic in our development approach and utilizing both public, private and sidechain solutions, we specifically have strong capabilities with the Ethereum platform, with which we are also currently offering training to our corporate clients. Our training ranges from beginners Ethereum training through to enterprise development understanding for CEO’s and the more advanced technical training for developers.
Besides assisting corporate entities with Blockchain solutions and developing our own products, we host the Ethereum Meetups in Cape Town, Johannesburg, Prague and Dubai – as well as participate in hackathons, organize community- and industry specific events and engage with incubators and universities.
Contact Details
Devon Krantz
Head of Operations
Linum Labs Blockchain Enterprise Architects
Cell: 0726105256
Email: [email protected]