Welcome to Walbi Academy's most comprehensive and essential course yet: Blockchain Deep Dive! While you've become a master of trading and platform features, it's time to understand the foundational technology that makes it all possible.
This course is your gateway to understanding the decentralized revolution. We'll peel back the layers of blockchain technology, starting with the very building blocks and progressing to the most advanced concepts of scaling and Web3.
This is our very first, multi-module course. So buckle up and get those learning caps fired up. Whether you're a crypto native or just beginning your journey, this course will equip you with the knowledge to not only participate in the ecosystem but also to truly understand it.
Let's begin our journey to blockchain fluency!
Module 1: The Core Fundamentals
This module takes you back to basics, laying the groundwork for everything that follows. We'll explore the fundamental components that give blockchain its power, security, and immutability.
Lesson 1.1: What's in a Block?
We'll start with the building block of the blockchain itself. This lesson explains the key components of a block: the header, the timestamp, the Merkle tree root, and the list of transactions. You'll learn how these elements are meticulously chained together to create a transparent and tamper-proof ledger.
Lesson 1.2: How Are Transactions Authenticated?
Every transaction on a blockchain must be secure and verified. This lesson demystifies the cryptographic magic that authenticates transactions. We'll cover the use of public and private keys, digital signatures, and how a transaction is broadcast to the network for validation.
Lesson 1.3: Building Consensus Within Blockchain Networks
A decentralized network needs a way to agree on the state of the ledger without a central authority. This lesson explains the critical concept of Consensus Mechanisms. We'll introduce foundational concepts that ensure network integrity, such as how new blocks are added to the chain and how all participants agree on the validity of the data.
Lesson 1.4: Exploring the Blockchain Spectrum
Not all blockchains are created equal. This lesson takes you on a tour of the different types of blockchain networks that exist today. We'll differentiate between Public, Private, and Consortium blockchains, discussing the unique advantages and use cases of each model.
Module 2: Scaling and Interoperability
As blockchain technology has evolved, so have its challenges. Module 2 addresses the critical issues of scalability and interoperability, which are key to widespread adoption.
Lesson 2.1: Blockchain Interoperability Solutions
The blockchain world is not a single, unified network but a collection of diverse ecosystems. This lesson explains the need for blockchain interoperability and explores solutions that allow different blockchains to communicate and share data seamlessly.
Lesson 2.2: The Blockchain Trilemma
A foundational concept in blockchain theory, the Blockchain Trilemma posits that a decentralized system can only achieve two of three properties at once: decentralization, security, or scalability. This lesson breaks down the trilemma and explains how different projects choose to balance these trade-offs.
Lesson 2.3: Blockchain Scaling: On-Chain Solutions
To increase transaction speed and throughput, many projects focus on scaling solutions that occur directly on the main blockchain. This lesson explores on-chain scaling solutions such as larger block sizes, sharding, and other protocol-level improvements.
Lesson 2.4: Blockchain Scaling: Off-Chain Solutions
To avoid network congestion, many projects have turned to solutions that happen off the main chain. This lesson covers off-chain scaling solutions like sidechains, state channels, and Rollups, explaining how they help reduce the load on the main network while maintaining security.
Module 3: From Blockchain to Walbi: Understanding the Ecosystem
Blockchain is the engine, but Walbi is where you put that engine to work. Module 3 connects the dots between the underlying technology and its direct application within the Walbi ecosystem.
Lesson 3.1: Blockchain, Web3, and Data Ownership (7 Mins)
This lesson explores the shift from a centralized internet (Web2) to a decentralized one (Web3). We'll discuss how blockchain empowers individuals by giving them true data ownership, moving control away from corporations and back to the user—a core principle that underpins your security and control on Walbi.
Lesson 3.2: Walbi Business Models and Philosophy
Walbi's ecosystem is built on Web3 principles, and its value is driven by its tokenomics. This lesson dives into the innovative business models and philosophy within the Walbi platform. We'll look at how other features fit into this larger Web3 model.
Lesson 3.3: Web3 Use Cases and Walbi's Ecosystems
Finally, we'll look at real-world applications of Web3 technology as they relate directly to your Walbi experience.
