Advanced Blockchain Development and Solidity Projects
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Advanced Blockchain Development and Solidity Projects
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Master the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) and low-level opcodes for smart contracts.
Set up a complete DApp development environment with MetaMask, Ganache, and Truffle.
Build and test advanced Solidity contracts, including ERC20 tokens and event-driven applications.
Implement staking, unstaking, and reward mechanisms in blockchain applications.
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There are 6 modules in this course
Updated in May 2025.
This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Unlock the potential of blockchain technology with this comprehensive course on advanced blockchain development and Solidity projects. Delve into Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), smart contracts, and decentralized finance (DeFi) while mastering key blockchain concepts like crypto mining, NFTs, and consensus mechanisms. Your journey begins with an in-depth understanding of the EVM, contract storage, and blockchain fundamentals. You'll advance to setting up a robust DApp developer environment, gaining hands-on experience with tools like MetaMask, Ganache, Node.js, and Truffle. Learn to manage project dependencies, build migration contracts, and organize DApp project structures for efficient development. Explore advanced Solidity features, including ERC20 token functionality, event handling, and inter-contract transactions. Refine your skills with Mocha and Chai for comprehensive smart contract testing and debugging. Conclude with mastery over DApp smart contracts, focusing on staking, unstaking, and rewarding users, vital functionalities for real-world blockchain applications. Designed for developers and blockchain enthusiasts, this course requires a foundational understanding of programming. It’s perfect for those eager to deepen their blockchain expertise, bridging beginner to advanced levels in a structured and practical learning environment.
In this module, we will explore the fundamental and advanced concepts of blockchain technology as it relates to smart contracts and decentralized finance (DeFi). From understanding the EVM and contract storage to dissecting consensus mechanisms and exploring NFTs, this section lays the groundwork for mastering blockchain mechanics.
What's included
7 videos2 readings1 assignment
7 videos•Total 28 minutes
- The Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)•4 minutes
- Advanced - Introduction to Opcodes for the EVM•3 minutes
- How Contract Storage Works with Ethereum Smart Contracts•3 minutes
- How Blockchain Works•5 minutes
- What Is Crypto Mining•3 minutes
- What Are Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs)•3 minutes
- Proof of Work Versus Proof of Stake•6 minutes
2 readings•Total 20 minutes
- Introduction to the Course 'Advanced Blockchain Development and Solidity Projects'•10 minutes
- Full Specialization Resources•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Blockchain Smart Contracts and DeFi Lectures - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will prepare for DApp development by setting up an optimized developer environment. This section guides through installing critical tools, integrating MetaMask with Ganache, managing project directories, and ensuring the readiness of the development environment for advanced blockchain projects.
What's included
11 videos1 assignment
11 videos•Total 51 minutes
- Overview of Yield Farming DApplication Development•5 minutes
- Download and Install MetaMask.io•3 minutes
- Install Ganache and Important Note•5 minutes
- Hooking Up MetaMask to Ganache•8 minutes
- Install Node js•4 minutes
- Node Js Exercise I•1 minute
- Node Js Solution•2 minutes
- Install Truffle Globally•2 minutes
- Git Clone the Code Starter Project•5 minutes
- Add Folders to the Project Directory•4 minutes
- Install Dependencies and Project Overview•13 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- The DApplication Developer Environment (Complete Setup) -Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will dive into Truffle’s configuration and migration setups, essential for managing smart contract deployment. From network-specific configurations to migration files and deployment scripts, this section equips you with the tools to build and deploy blockchain applications seamlessly.
What's included
7 videos1 assignment
7 videos•Total 47 minutes
- Truffle Configurations (Network)•9 minutes
- Building the Migration Contract•11 minutes
- Migration Deployment Code•5 minutes
- Tether Smart Contract Shell•10 minutes
- Deployment Migration File•4 minutes
- Truffle Compile•8 minutes
- Exercise - Truffle Console•0 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Truffle Configs and Migration Setups - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore advanced Solidity concepts, focusing on ERC20 token functionality. You will gain insights into token transfer mechanisms, event handling, and smart contract interactions while honing your skills in compiling, debugging, and migrating contracts for seamless blockchain integration.
What's included
7 videos1 assignment
7 videos•Total 78 minutes
- Transfer Event•11 minutes
- The Event keyword in Solidity - Focused Study•10 minutes
- Transfer and TransferFrom•10 minutes
- Review - Token Smart Contract•5 minutes
- Truffle Migrate - Upgrades and Console•10 minutes
- Smart Contract Transactions Between Each other•11 minutes
- Compiling, Debugging and Migrating Contracts•21 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Advanced Solidity (ERC20 Token Functionality) - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we ensure the integrity of smart contracts with powerful testing tools like Mocha and Chai. You will learn to write test cases, set up Solidity Truffle tests, and validate token transfers, gaining hands-on experience in creating reliable blockchain applications.
What's included
9 videos1 assignment
9 videos•Total 58 minutes
- Introduction to Mocha and Chai•4 minutes
- Setting Up Solidity Truffle Tests•2 minutes
- Anonymous Arrow Functions JavaScript - Focused Study•13 minutes
- Assertions and Mocha/Chai Tests•10 minutes
- Solidity Test Exercise I•1 minute
- Before Hook Solidity•3 minutes
- Transfer Tokens Tests 1•11 minutes
- Transfer Versus TransferFrom - Focused Study•6 minutes
- Transfer Tokens Tests II•7 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Smart Contract Debugging and Testing (Mocha and Chai) - Truffle and Solidity - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will master key aspects of DApp smart contracts by implementing staking, unstaking, and reward systems. This section combines theoretical understanding with practical application, guiding you through the creation and testing of these critical blockchain functionalities.
What's included
8 videos1 reading3 assignments
8 videos•Total 68 minutes
- Deposit Tokens Functionality•8 minutes
- Staking Logic Exercise•3 minutes
- Staking Logic Solution•2 minutes
- Deposit Tokens Advanced Testing I•13 minutes
- Full Test Review (Truffle and Mocha)•7 minutes
- Issue Reward Tokens (Smart Contract)•15 minutes
- Unstaking and Final Mocha Tests•11 minutes
- Reward Scripts (Terminal Exec)•9 minutes
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
- Conclusion to the Course 'Advanced Blockchain Development and Solidity Projects'•10 minutes
3 assignments•Total 90 minutes
- DApp Smart Contracts: Staking, Unstaking, and Rewards - Assessment•15 minutes
- Full Course Assessment•60 minutes
- Full Course Practice Assessment•15 minutes
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