About This Course
- Understanding Bitcoin and Blockchain Fundamentals
- Bitcoin Scripting Proficiency
- Layer 2 Scaling Solutions
- SDK/APIs and Deployment
Course Information
Course Code
Bitcoin+ Developer™
Duration
Self-Paced: 30 hours of content
Delivery
Self Paced
Exam Voucher
Included
Course Curriculum
- Course Introduction
- 1.1 Overview of Bitcoin Technology
- 1.2 Overview of Blockchain Technology
- 2.1 Fundamentals of Bitcoin Scripting Language
- 2.2 Components of Scripting Language Basics
- 2.3 Uses of Bitcoin Scripts
- 2.4 Execution Condition of Scripts
- 2.5 Security and Vulnerabilities in the Scripts
- 3.1 Standard Transactions
- 3.2 Trade and DeFi
- 3.3 Smart Contracts
- 3.4 Asset Definition
- 4.1 Basics of Layer 2
- 4.2 Different Layer 2 Projects
- 5.1 Payments Use Cases
- 5.2 Assets and Defi
- 5.3 Industry Use Cases
- 5.4 Integration with Other Tech- IoT
- 6.1 For Scripting Apps
- 6.2 General Security Practices
- 6.3 Keys and Smart Contracts
- 6.4 Off the Chain
- 6.5 Layer 2
- 7.1 Basic Overview of SDK & APIs
- 7.2 BitcoinJS
- 7.3 BitcoinJ
- 7.4 Bitcoinlib
- 7.5 Bitcoin RPC Client (Python)
- 7.6 Deployment Strategies
- 8.1 Innovation in Bitcoin Applications
- 8.2 Innovation in Bitcoin Layer 2
- 8.3 Innovation in Asset Definition
- 8.4 Innovation in Bitcoin Interoperability
- 8.5 Innovation in Bitcoin Identity and Users
- 8.6 Innovation in Bitcoin Dev Tools
- 1. Capstone Project
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Who Should Attend
- Blockchain Developers: Master the integration of Bitcoin protocols into decentralized applications and platforms.
- Cryptocurrency Enthusiasts: Learn how to develop, trade, and manage Bitcoin-based assets and understand blockchain technology.
- Software Engineers: Gain expertise in incorporating Bitcoin’s blockchain into software applications for secure and efficient transactions.
- Financial Analysts: Explore the potential of Bitcoin in financial markets and use blockchain technology for secure financial solutions.
- Tech Innovators: Dive into Bitcoin development to stay at the forefront of cryptocurrency and blockchain innovation.
Prerequisites
- Familiarity with general programming concepts like data structures, algorithms and networks.
- Understanding of at least one legacy programming stack (e.g. Python, JavaScript, Java or similar).
- Fundamental knowledge to use command line consoles on any operating system.
- Ability to understand developer concepts like SDKs, APIs, application development tools etc.
- Experience with building end to end tiered applications.
Examination
50 questions, 70% passing, 90 minutes, online proctored exam
Frequently Asked Questions
Software engineers, cryptocurrency enthusiasts, financial analysts, and tech innovators wanting Bitcoin development skills.
Yes — familiarity with general programming concepts and at least one programming stack (Python, JavaScript, Java, or similar) is required.
Command line console usage and understanding of developer concepts like SDKs and APIs.
How to develop, trade, and manage Bitcoin-based assets and integrate Bitcoin's blockchain into software applications.
Yes, AI CERTs certifications are designed to be globally recognised across industries.