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Bina Ramamurthy
  • September 2020
  • ISBN 9781617296338
  • 352 pages
  • printed in black & white
  • Available translations: Korean, Simplified Chinese

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A blockchain is a collection of data records, or "blocks," that are linked through using secure cryptographic hashes to form a "chain" that can be read and verified easily by anyone with the correct credentials but cannot be altered. This system is perfect for supply chains, health records, and other sensitive data where security and transparency are critical. Blockchain in Action introduces the fundamental principles of the blockchain and teaches you to build secure applications that can be used for voting, private auctions, and electronic record management.

about the technology

Blockchain is more than just the tech behind Bitcoin—much more! Combining impenetrable security, decentralized transactions, and independently verifiable supply chains, blockchain applications have transformed currency, digital identity, and logistics. Platforms such as Ethereum and Hyperledger make it easy to get started by using familiar programming languages.

about the book

Blockchain in Action teaches you how to design and build blockchain-based decentralized apps, and is written in a clear, jargon-free style. First, you'll get an overview of how blockchain works. Next, you'll code your first smart contract using Ethereum and Solidity, adding a web interface, trust validation, and other features until your app is ready for deployment. The only thing you need to get started is standard hardware and open source software.

what's inside

  • Blockchain compared with other distributed systems
  • Development in Solidity
  • Identity, privacy, and security
  • On-chain and off-chain data and operations

about the reader

For programmers who know JavaScript.

about the author

Bina Ramamurthy has thirty years of experience teaching distributed systems, data science, peer-to-peer networking, and blockchain.

A terrific introduction to blockchain that takes you beyond the lingo to understand core concepts.

Michael Jensen, Arcadia

Get a thorough understanding of decentralized systems and their part in your future design plans.

Richard B. Ward, Principis Capital

Go from theory to practice to implementation with this excellent guide to navigating the blockchain maze.

Sambasiva Andaluri, Amazon Web Services

A definitive source on blockchain and one of the few books that covers blockchain practically.

M. Sheik Uduman Ali. Harman Connected Services

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