課程大綱： 區塊鏈技術培訓
Distributed Systems and Alternative ConsensusBlockchain architecture is built
on the foundation of decades of computer science and distributed systems literature.
We start out by providing a formal definition of distributed consensus
and presenting foundational theoretical computer science topics such as the
CAP Theorem and the Byzantine Generals Problem.
We then explore alternative consensus mechanisms to Bitcoin’s Proof-of-work,
including Proof-of-Stake, voting-based consensus algorithms,
and federated consensus.Cryptoeconomics and Proof-of-StakeWe examine the meaning and properties
of cryptoeconomics as it relates to its two compositional fields: cryptography and economics.
We then look at the goals of cryptoeconomics with respect to distributed systems fundamentals (liveness,
safety, data availability) and the griefing factors and faults in the way of these goals.Enterprise Blockchain:
Real-World ApplicationsWe look at various existing enterprise-level blockchain implementations,
such as JP Morgan’s Quorum, Ripple, Tendermint, and HyperLedger.
We also explore business and industry use cases for blockchain, ICOs,
and the increasing regulations surrounding blockchain.Scaling Blockchain:
Cryptocurrencies for the MassesOne major obstacle to widespread blockchain adoption is the problem of scalability.
We define scaling first as it relates to Bitcoin as a payment method,
and compare it to more traditional forms of payment such as credit cards.
We then consider the general blockchain scalability debate and look into some of the solutions
that have been proposed for vertical scaling (e.g. blocksize increases, Segregated Witness,
and the Lightning Network), as well as horizontal scaling (e.g. sidechains,
sharding).Regulation and AnonymityWe look into the measures
that governments have taken to regulate and control blockchain technology.
We examine Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know
Your Customer (KYC) regulations, anonymity goals,
and government techniques for deanonymization of entities on blockchain.
Then from the user’s perspective, we also dive into privacy oriented altcoins and mixing techniques.
A Blockchain-Powered FutureA summary of the course and an exploratory look into blockchain ventures today,
such as venture capitalism, ICOs, and crowdfunding.
We conclude with a blockchain-based future thought experiment.
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