Blockchain Fundamentals

About this course

Blockchain Fundamentals is a beginner-friendly course designed to help you clearly understand the core concepts behind blockchain technology—without overwhelming technical depth. You’ll start by learning how blockchain works at a high level, including decentralization, blocks, and distributed ledgers. The course simplifies key ideas like transactions, wallets, and cryptographic security so you can confidently grasp how value moves on-chain. You will also be introduced to smart contracts—programs that run on blockchain—and see how they enable real-world applications. In the hands-on section, you’ll set up a wallet, interact with a test network, and deploy a simple smart contract using easy-to-use tools. By the end of this course, you will: Understand how blockchain systems function Know how transactions and wallets work Get basic exposure to smart contracts Gain confidence to explore advanced blockchain topics This course is perfect for students, beginners, and anyone curious about blockchain and Web3. No prior coding or blockchain experience is required.