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The course covers the basic design of a Decentralized Applications, Truffle development process and commands (init, develop, test, and migrate), test-driven development of Dapp, Dapp application models, and emerging standards that are essential for predictable Dapp behavior.
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About this Course
This course prepares you to design and develop end-to-end decentralized applications (Dapps) – which provide anyone with access to the blockchain’s features and services. You will use Truffle IDE, smart contracts, a simple web client, and a MetaMask client. You will learn about the architecture of a Dapp: the front-end client interface, backed by the blockchain and smart contracts.
Main concepts are delivered through videos, demos, and hands-on exercises.
What You Will Learn
- This third course of the Blockchain specialization prepares you to design and develop end-to-end decentralized applications (Dapps).
Skills You Will Gain
- MetaMask client
- Blockchain
- Decentralized Applications
- Truffle IDE
- Smart Contract
Syllabus
WEEK 1
4 hours to complete
Decentralized Applications (Dapps)
We will explore the notion of the blockchain server as the foundation for a Decentralized Application. We will demonstrate how to install the blockchain server and establish a peer-to-peer network of nodes.
It is a common practice to develop and test a Dapp on a local test network before deploying it on a public network.
4 videos (Total 33 min), 3 readings, 4 quizzes
WEEK 2
5 hours to complete
Truffle Development
We’ll explore the user-friendly environment that Truffle provides for developing and testing Decentralized Applications. We’ll explore further the truffle commands such as: develop, init, compile, migrate, test – all with truffle in front of them and with any parameters. This module will illustrate the steps needed in developing and testing a complete Dapp.
8 videos (Total 57 min), 4 readings, 4 quizzes
WEEK 3
3 hours to complete
Design Improvements
In this module, we will discuss a few of the many best practices exclusive to smart contracts and Dapps that will improve your basic Dapp design.
5 videos (Total 34 min), 3 readings, 4 quizzes
WEEK 4
6 hours to complete
Application Models & Standards
We will discuss Ethereum Improvement Proposal and the ERC process that are essential for keeping Ethereum blockchain updated. We will also explore the standard ERC 20 for token Dapps and ERC 721 for non-fungible tokens.
4 videos (Total 23 min), 4 readings, 4 quizzes