In 25 concise steps, you will learn the basics of blockchain technology. No mathematical formulas, program code, or computer science jargon are used. No previous knowledge in computer science, mathematics, programming, or cryptography is required. Terminology is explained through pictures, analogies, and metaphors.

This book bridges the gap that exists between purely technical books about the blockchain and purely business-focused books. It does so by explaining both the technical concepts that make up the blockchain and their role in business-relevant applications.

What You'll Learn

What the blockchain is

Why it is needed and what problem it solves

Why there is so much excitement about the blockchain and its potential

Major components and their purpose

How various components of the blockchain work and interact

Limitations, why they exist, and what has been done to overcome them

Major application scenarios

Who This Book Is For

Everyone who wants to get a general idea of what blockchain technology is, how it works, and how it will potentially change the financial system as we know it

[英] 丹尼尔·德雷舍(Daniel Drescher)是一位经验丰富的银行家，曾在多家银行的电子证券交易部门任职。他重点研究证券交易领域中区块链、机器学习和大数据技术的应用。除此之外，丹尼尔还拥有柏林工业大学计量经济学博士学位、牛津大学软件工程硕士学位。