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From Blocks to Build: Blockchain Dev Essentials Specialization
AI CERTs

From Blocks to Build: Blockchain Dev Essentials Specialization

Build the future with Blockchain mastery. Develop hands-on expertise in smart contracts, DApps, and enterprise blockchain frameworks.

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Build and deploy smart contracts on Ethereum using Solidity and Remix IDE.

  • Develop private blockchain solutions with Hyperledger Fabric and Golang.

  • Integrate DApps and test blockchain applications using Hardhat and Fabconnect.

  • Analyze blockchain networks, tokens, and transactions with Etherscan and other tools.

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October 2025

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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

  • Blockchain Foundations: Master core blockchain concepts — blocks, consensus, and smart contracts — to build a strong technical base.

  • Development Skills: Learn to code, deploy, and test blockchain apps using hands-on labs and real industry tools.

  • Security & Validation: Apply cryptography, wallet setup, and transaction validation to create secure blockchain solutions.

  • End-to-End Learning: Progress through 3 tracks combining theory, practice, and projects to earn your certification.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Blockchain
Category: Program Development
Category: Secure Coding
Category: Integrated Development Environments
Category: Development Environment
Category: Application Deployment
Category: Application Security
Category: Virtual Machines
Category: Data Integrity
Category: Transaction Processing
Category: Cryptography
Category: Distributed Computing
DApps & Tokenization Tools

DApps & Tokenization Tools

Course 28 hours

What you'll learn

  • Token & NFT Creation: Build ERC-20 tokens, NFTs, and integrate decentralized storage using IPFS and Pinata Cloud.

  • Smart Contract Tools: Use Truffle, Ganache, Hardhat, Remix, and MetaMask to deploy, test, and debug contracts.

  • DApp Integration: Connect contracts to web apps via Web3.0, manage wallets, and send transactions securely.

  • Hands-On Projects: Apply tokenization, contract deployment, and testing concepts in real-world DAppmini-projects.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Application Development
Category: Cloud Storage
Category: Software Development Tools
Category: Web Development Tools
Category: Transaction Processing
Category: Blockchain
Category: Web Applications
Category: Application Security
Category: Development Testing

What you'll learn

  • Private Blockchain Mastery: Deploy and manage Hyperledger Fabric networks for secure enterprise-grade solutions.

  • Chaincode Development: Write, extend, and integrate chaincode using Golang, handling errors, logging, and panics.

  • Smart Contract Auditing: Audit contracts using tools like Firefly and Fabconnect to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance.

  • Hands-On Enterprise Projects: Apply chaincode, REST API integration, and auditing skills in mini-projects simulating real-world scenarios.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Microservices
Category: Debugging
Category: Auditing
Category: Application Programming Interface (API)
Category: Cryptography
Category: Application Development
Category: Business Logic
Category: Security Controls
Category: Go (Programming Language)
Category: Blockchain
Category: Program Development
Category: Development Environment
Category: Enterprise Architecture
Category: Containerization

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