Includes bibliographical references and index.

About This BookGet to grips with the underlying technical principles and implementations of blockchain.Build powerful applications using Ethereum to secure transactions and create smart contracts.Explore cryptography, mine cryptocurrencies, and solve scalability issues with this comprehensive guide.Who This Book Is ForThis book appeals to those who wish to build fast, highly secure, transactional applications. This book is for those who are familiar with the concept of blockchain and are comfortable with a programming language.What You Will LearnMaster the theoretical and technical foundations of blockchain technologyFully comprehend the concept of decentralization, its impact and relationship with blockchain technologyExperience how cryptography is used to secure data with practical examplesGrasp the inner workings of blockchain and relevant mechanisms behind Bitcoin and alternative cryptocurrenciesUnderstand theoretical foundations of smart contractsIdentify and examine applications of blockchain technology outside of currenciesInvestigate alternate blockchain solutions including Hyperledger, Corda, and many moreExplore research topics and future scope of blockchain technologyIn DetailBlockchain is a decentralized and consensus-driven distributed ledger. It keeps a permanent, transparent, and cryptographically secure record of chronologically ordered blocks composed of transactions. It creates a completely trustless environment, which allows transfer of value and conduction of transactions between multiple parties with guaranteed security. It has tremendous transformative potential with applications in almost every industry.This book begins with the technical foundations of distributed computing and blockchain technology. You will learn about the protocols and mechanisms that govern Bitcoin and alternative cryptocurrencies.You will also see how to develop decentralized applications using Ethereum, and you will explore different blockchain-related projects, including Hyperledger, and R3 Corda. In addition, practical examples of building Internet of Things (IoT) using blockchain technology have been provided which allow readers to get an in-depth understanding of the tools. You will also get an insight into the limitations and research challenges related to the Blockchain technology.