Blockchain Basics A Non-Technical Introduction in 25 Steps
Blockchain Basics: A Non-Technical Introduction in 25 Steps by Daniel Drescher, published by Apress on March 16, 2017, offers a straightforward exploration of blockchain technology. This 255-page book is written in English and is designed for readers without a background in computer science, mathematics, or programming. It presents the fundamentals of blockchain in 25 concise steps, using accessible language and visual aids to clarify complex concepts.
Readers will find a comprehensive overview of blockchain technology, including its major components, applications, and the problems it addresses. The book effectively bridges the gap between technical and business perspectives, making it suitable for anyone interested in understanding how blockchain functions and its potential impact on financial services and information technology. Through analogies and metaphors, Drescher demystifies the terminology and provides insights into the excitement surrounding blockchain’s future.
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In 25 concise steps, you will learn the basics of blockchain technology. No mathematical formulas, program code, or computer science jargon are used. No previous knowledge in computer science, mathematics, programming, or cryptography is required. Terminology is explained through pictures, analogies, and metaphors.
This book bridges the gap that exists between purely technical books about the blockchain and purely business-focused books. It does so by explaining both the technical concepts that make up the blockchain and their role in business-relevant applications.
What You’ll Learn
- What the blockchain is
- Why it is needed and what problem it solves
- Why there is so much excitement about the blockchain and its potential
- Major components and their purpose
- How various components of the blockchain work and interact
- Limitations, why they exist, and what has been done to overcome them
- Major application scenarios
Who This Book Is For
Everyone who wants to get a general idea of what blockchain technology is, how it works, and how it will potentially change the financial system as we know it
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