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Smart Contract and dApp Development with Rust

Siddharth Agarwal

Unleash your engineering potential in the dynamic field of Smart Contracts and Decentralized Applications. Enroll now and master essential techniques and tools in blockchain technology, smart contracts and decentralized application development. This course prepares you to become a Smart Contract and Decentralized Application Developer using the Solana Blockchain. Elevate your skills and open doors to exciting opportunities. Enroll now and embark on a journey of Web3 Innovation!

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Learning objectives

  • Master blockchain essentials: gain a strong understanding of blockchain fundamentals such as principles, theories, and best practices.
  • Create practical applications: get hands-on experience designing and building smart contracts using technologies like the solana sdk.
  • Create captivating applications: develop the skills needed to create engaging decentralized applications using technologies such as reactjs for web development and smart contracts.
  • Understand the business value: learn how a dapp developer adds business value and how to explain the benefits of smart contracts to stakeholders clearly
  • Cultivate a web3 mindset: cultivate a problem-solving, creative and strategic thinking approach needed for web3 development.

Syllabus

Unit 1. Introduction to Blockchain:
1.1.1 - What is Blockchain? How does it work?
1.1.2 - Consensus Mechanisms
1.1.3 - Cryptocurrencies and sending transactions on a blockchain network
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Traffic lights

Read about what's good
what should give you pause
and possible dealbreakers
Explores essential techniques and tools in blockchain technology, smart contracts and decentralized application development
Become a Smart Contract and Decentralized Application Developer using the Solana Blockchain
Develops practical skills for designing and building smart contracts using technologies like the Solana SDK
Introduces the benefits of smart contracts to stakeholders clearly
Provides hands-on experience in decentralized application development using ReactJS and smart contracts
Taught by Siddharth Agarwal, a recognized expert in the field of smart contracts and decentralized applications

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Smart Contract and dApp Development with Rust with these activities:
Reviewing Blockchain Revolution
Build a foundational understanding of blockchain technology by reviewing core concepts and terminology.
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  • Read Chapter 1: What is Blockchain Technology?
  • Summarize the key principles and benefits of blockchain
  • Define and explain the concept of decentralization
  • Discuss the role of cryptography in blockchain
Explore the Solana Ecosystem
Explore the Solana ecosystem and learn about the different tools and projects within it.
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  • Visit the Solana website and explore the resources available.
  • Follow the Solana blog and social media channels.
  • Join the Solana Discord and Telegram communities.
Participating in Solana Developer Community
Engage with other Solana developers to exchange knowledge, troubleshoot issues, and stay informed about the latest advancements.
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  • Join the Solana Discord server
  • Attend online meetups or webinars
  • Contribute to discussions and ask questions
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Exploring Solana Development Tutorials
Supplement your learning by exploring comprehensive tutorials on Solana development, deepening your understanding of the platform and its capabilities.
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  • Find tutorials on the Solana developer portal
  • Follow a tutorial on building a simple Solana program
  • Implement the tutorial's concepts in your own project
Practice Smart Contract Development
Practice writing and deploying smart contracts to solidify your understanding of smart contract development.
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  • Create a Solana wallet and set up a test environment.
  • Write a simple smart contract that stores and retrieves data.
  • Deploy the smart contract to the Solana blockchain.
  • Interact with the smart contract using a web3 library.
Practice Designing Smart Contracts
Develop practical skills in designing and implementing smart contracts to enhance your understanding of blockchain application development.
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  • Set up a Solana development environment
  • Create a basic smart contract to transfer tokens
  • Implement conditional logic within a smart contract
  • Handle events and errors in smart contracts
Collaborate on a Smart Contract Project
Collaborate with peers to develop a smart contract project.
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  • Form a team of 2-3 students.
  • Brainstorm a project idea.
  • Develop the smart contract together.
  • Deploy the smart contract to the Solana blockchain.
Participate in a Hackathon
Participate in a hackathon to test your skills and learn from others.
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  • Find a hackathon that is focused on smart contract development.
  • Form a team or join a team.
  • Brainstorm a project idea.
  • Develop a smart contract solution to your problem.
Build a Decentralized Application
Develop a decentralized application using smart contracts to deepen your understanding of the technology.
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  • Design the user interface and functionality of your application.
  • Develop the smart contracts for your application.
  • Build a web or mobile frontend for your application.
  • Deploy your application to the Solana blockchain.
撰写一篇关于智能合约最佳实践的文章
Solidify your understanding of smart contract principles by creating a comprehensive resource for others to learn from.
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  • Research and gather information on smart contract best practices
  • Organize and outline the content of your article
  • Write and edit your article, ensuring clarity and comprehensiveness
  • Publish and promote your article on relevant platforms
Contributing to the Solana Ecosystem
Immerse yourself in the Solana community and contribute to the development and growth of the ecosystem by participating in open-source projects.
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  • Identify open-source projects related to Solana
  • Review the project documentation and codebase
  • Identify areas where you can contribute
  • Submit your contributions and engage with the project maintainers

Career center

Learners who complete Smart Contract and dApp Development with Rust will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Smart Contract Engineer
Smart Contract Engineers focus on designing, developing, testing, and implementing smart contracts on a blockchain. This course's focus on smart contract development makes it a great introduction to the career.
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Blockchain Architect
Blockchain Architects plan and design blockchain-based systems for organizations. This course would help teach the fundamentals needed to enter this role.
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Blockchain Developer
Blockchain Developers use their knowledge of smart contracts to build and maintain blockchain-based applications and systems. This course's focus on smart contract development would support someone wishing to enter this role.
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Software Engineer
Rust is a programming language with a focus on security, performance, and concurrency. Software Engineers can use their understanding of Rust and smart contract development to make great dApps and decentralized web applications.
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Full-Stack Developer
In addition to needing to understand how to use smart contracts, Full-Stack Developers need to understand how to create UIs for dApps. This course's focus on dApp development could help a learner enter this career field.
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Data Engineer
Data Engineers have the skills to process large amounts of data, creating insights. With the focus on building dApps, this course can provide the foundational knowledge needed to begin a career in data engineering.
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Cryptographer
Cryptographers use their knowledge of cryptography to develop and analyze algorithms to encrypt and decrypt information. The focus on smart contract development in this course may be useful for those wishing to enter this career.
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Information Security Analyst
Information Security Analysts plan and implement security measures to protect an organization's computer systems. The focus on smart contract development in this course may be useful for those wishing to enter this career.
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Computer Systems Analyst
Computer Systems Analysts are responsible for planning and designing computer systems for organizations. The focus on smart contract development in this course may be useful for those wishing to enter this career.
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Web Developer
Web Developers are responsible for designing and developing websites. This course can help aspiring Web Developers build a foundation in blockchain and smart contract development to enhance their skills.
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Database Administrator
Database Administrators are responsible for managing and maintaining databases for organizations. The focus on smart contract development in this course may be useful for those wishing to enter this career.
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Data Scientist
Data Scientists are responsible for using data to solve business problems. The focus on smart contract development in this course may be useful for those wishing to enter this career.
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Software Tester
Software Testers are responsible for testing software applications to ensure that they meet requirements. The focus on smart contract development in this course may be useful for those wishing to enter this career.
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Information Assurance Analyst
Information Assurance Analysts are responsible for protecting an organization's information systems. The focus on smart contract development in this course may be useful for those wishing to enter this career.
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Systems Administrator
Systems Administrators are responsible for managing and maintaining computer systems for organizations. The focus on smart contract development in this course may be useful for those wishing to enter this career.
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Reading list

We've selected ten books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Smart Contract and dApp Development with Rust.
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Mastering Blockchain
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Mastering Bitcoin
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Comprehensive guide to the Bitcoin blockchain, covering topics such as the Bitcoin protocol, mining, and wallet development. It also provides insights into the underlying principles of blockchain technology and its potential applications.
Mastering Bitcoin: Programming the Open Blockchain
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The Business Blockchain
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Great introduction to blockchain technology for those interested in its business applications.
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Blockchain Revolution
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Provides a broader look at the potential applications of blockchain technology beyond just cryptocurrency.
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(Español) La revolución blockchain [The Blockchain Revolution]
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Mastering Ethereum
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Provides a comprehensive overview of the Ethereum blockchain, covering topics such as the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), smart contract development, and decentralized applications. It valuable resource for developers who want to build applications on the Ethereum blockchain.
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Blockchain for the Enterprise
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Provides a comprehensive overview of blockchain technology, covering topics such as the blockchain architecture, consensus mechanisms, smart contracts, and the potential benefits and challenges of blockchain technology. It valuable resource for beginners who want to learn about blockchain technology.
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Blockchain Applications
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Explores the convergence of blockchain technology and the Internet of Things (IoT).
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The War of Words
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The Cryptopians
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The Rust Programming Language, 2nd Edition
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Provides a comprehensive overview of the Rust programming language, covering topics such as memory management, concurrency, and error handling. It valuable resource for developers who want to learn Rust or improve their Rust skills.
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Effort
12 to 14 hours per week for 10 weeks
Level
Intermediate
Via
edX
Institution
Xccelerate
Instructor
Siddharth Agarwal
Session
June 4, 2024 - February 21, 2025
Language
English
Transcript
English
Traffic lights
Read about what's good
what should give you pause
and possible dealbreakers
Explores essential techniques and tools in blockchain technology, smart contracts and decentralized application development
Become a Smart Contract and Decentralized Application Developer using the Solana Blockchain
Develops practical skills for designing and building smart contracts using technologies like the Solana SDK
Introduces the benefits of smart contracts to stakeholders clearly
Provides hands-on experience in decentralized application development using ReactJS and smart contracts
Taught by Siddharth Agarwal, a recognized expert in the field of smart contracts and decentralized applications
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