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About the Course

In this first course of the specialization, we will discuss the limitations of the Internet for business and economic activity, and explain how blockchain technology represents the way forward. After completing this course, you will be able to explain what blockchain is, how it works, and why it is revolutionary. You will learn key concepts such as mining, hashing, proof-of-work, public key cryptography, and the double-spend problem. You’ll be able to describe seven design principles for blockchain technology, and the challenges facing the people developing it. You’ll also meet the players in the blockchain ecosystem, and consider your own role in stewarding the blockchain revolution....

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May 16, 2020

This course is really very helpful for students interested in Technologies or even in other fields, as Blockchain has the potential to bring a new revolution in the world, "The Second Era of Internet"

SP

Sep 27, 2019

This course wonderfully describes the technology and its workings. Helped me understand the intricacies of this disruption and comprehend some of the challenges that I did not even consider before.

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By Goutam C

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Sep 8, 2020

Very insightful. I would suggest this course as must-do for anyone who is either staring a career in blockchain or just curious about this blooming technological paradigm.

By Flomar M

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May 7, 2021

Good introduction to Blockchain for those with very little to no understanding. Last week can be harder to focus on. Overall excellent mix of video, readings and quizzes.

By Maria A M

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Feb 26, 2020

Hands down, Alex and Don Tapscott are awesome professionals! I finally understood Blockchain, its applications, and its drawbacks in a very straightforward way. Thanks!!

By Deleted A

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Jun 9, 2020

This was my first Coursera experience and I have to say that it has been captivating and full of insight. Big kudos to team Tapscott at blockchainresearchinstitute.org!

By Karim V

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Feb 15, 2021

A great introduction to understanding salient features of blockchain technology. I enjoyed the reading assignments and other reference material presented. Thank you!

By Mahitosh M

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Apr 8, 2019

Course is very helpful for me in understanding the basics of the Blockchain technology and what are the challenges and future of this technology in various industries.

By Rina W

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May 18, 2020

Don and Alex really explains the basics of Bitcoins and Blockchains extremely well. The course was well structured and was delivered in a simple to understand manner.

By Erik W

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Jan 26, 2020

Great introductory course, covers a lot of ground in order to create a basic understanding of the technology and it's associated actors. Well worth the time invested!

By Kasirajan

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Sep 26, 2020

It's indeed really a Great to be a part of this Introductions session by THE people both Tabscots. I am really happy about what I came to know from them. Best wishes

By Patrick O

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May 17, 2019

One of the best and most comprehensive MOOC's I've ever taken. Easily understood by technical and non-technical audiences alike. And a lot of follow up reading too!

By Shivani N

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Oct 18, 2020

This course has helped me to understand the basics. there is no Practical lessons in this course.It is just the introduction more like a theory part of blockchain.

By Christopher G

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Jun 22, 2020

I loved this course! It provided me with a plethora of information, and feel more confident to speak more freely on the subject of Blockchain. Thanks Dan and Alex!

By Aloysius K K C

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May 30, 2020

This course is very well prepared and organised and makes learning fun.

I learnt a lot about blockchain. Thanks to Don and Alex Tapscott for being excellent gurus!

By Arjun S

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Apr 4, 2020

Great course giving you good insight into the very basics of Blockchain; from a layman's perspective. Not technical - the perfect theory needed to understand need

By Ruth M

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Nov 6, 2019

A very clear and understandable class for those who have little in the way of understanding for Blockchains, cryptocurrency and their relation to the world today.

By anushka c

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Jul 5, 2020

The Course was immensely good and quite informative for a beginner as well.

Videos and related readings are being provided in a very orderly manner and are brief.

By Berta C F

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May 2, 2020

Amazing course and very easy to follow with Don and Alex as teachers, they were truly the best teachers.

Congrats on this course!! Looking for the next one :)

By nikhil g

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Nov 19, 2019

Hi,

It is a great course for people like me who do not know what blockchain is and how it is designed, it is a good stepping stone in the world of BlockChain

By Valérie K

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Nov 17, 2022

I really enjoyed this course in order to get an overview of the blockchain technology, its technical properties and ecosystem. I can recommend this course!

By Jim M

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May 30, 2019

Just the right level of detail and depth.....received what I expected out of it. Feel confident in my ability to take this knowledge and apply in my work.

By Adil S

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Jan 27, 2021

Very well articulated with informed and up to date content with very helpful and interesting supplementary reading material. A through and worthy course!

By Sathvik G

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May 27, 2020

Very detailed explanation in each aspect of Block chain. Easy to understand and form views on applying to current business problems in our organizations.

By Sandra M

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Jan 20, 2020

The information provided is what I expected as my side course for my Fintech course. It really helped me to understand more about How Blockchain works.

By Jesaac W

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Sep 15, 2021

A great course very comprehensive overview of Blockchain technologies and related technologies that have arisen as part of the "Blockchain Revolution"

By Abhinav S

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Mar 3, 2021

The Introduction to Blockchain Technologies course gave a detailed insight to its working and varied advantages using it for citizens across globally