Do I need programming experience?

Basic knowledge of Python or similar programming languages is recommended for smooth learning.

Are the courses self-paced?

Yes. You can learn at your own speed, revisit lessons, and complete quizzes anytime.

Will I work on practical projects?

Absolutely. Each track includes labs and projects simulating real blockchain development scenarios.

What tools will I use?

You’ll explore tools like Solidity, Remix IDE, Ganache, and blockchain APIs used in real industry settings.

Can I enroll in individual tracks?

Yes, you can start with any track, but completing all three is required for full certification.

Who should take this course?

Developers, tech enthusiasts, and professionals aiming to build or transition into blockchain development roles

What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?

When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

Blockchain Foundations & Smart Contracts

Blockchain Foundations & Smart Contracts

Instructor: AI CERTs Team

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Blockchain Foundations: Master core blockchain concepts — blocks, consensus, and smart contracts — to build a strong technical base.
Development Skills: Learn to code, deploy, and test blockchain apps using hands-on labs and real industry tools.
Security & Validation: Apply cryptography, wallet setup, and transaction validation to create secure blockchain solutions.
End-to-End Learning: Progress through 3 tracks combining theory, practice, and projects to earn your certification.

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There are 3 modules in this course

Start your blockchain developer journey with Track 1: Blockchain Foundations & Smart Contracts, the first course in the From Blocks to Build: Blockchain Dev Essentials specialization. This track teaches the core ideas that make decentralized systems work—distributed ledgers, consensus, transaction mechanics—and brings you inside the Ethereum Virtual Machine to build practical Solidity skills.

You’ll write, test, and deploy smart contracts using Remix IDE and EVM testnets, complete guided coding labs, and check your progress with auto-graded quizzes and hands-on exercises. Lessons focus on reliable contract structure, gas and execution flow, and common pitfalls to avoid when designing on-chain logic. This is the technical foundation: by the end you’ll be able to create EVM-compatible contracts, reason about transaction behaviour, and apply secure coding patterns. Track 1 is the first of three sequential tracks—followed by DApps & Tokenization Tools and Enterprise Blockchain & Auditing—that together form the full specialization. Complete all three tracks, finish the capstone, and pass the final proctored exam to earn the specialization’s industry-recognized certification.

What's included

18 videos1 assignment7 plugins

18 videosTotal 203 minutes

Course Introduction5 minutes
Audio Book: Course Introduction5 minutes
Audio Book: Module 1: Introduction to Blockchain and Smart Contracts 113 minutes
Podcast: Module 1: Introduction to Blockchain and Smart Contracts 18 minutes
1.1 The Origins of Blockchain: From Cypherpunks to Bitcoin’s Genesis Block 5 minutes
1.2 From Bitcoin to Ethereum- The Rise of a Decentralized Ecosystem 3 minutes
1.3 Blockchain Adoption and Its Evolutionary Challenges4 minutes
1.4 Understanding Blockchain: Foundations, Features, and Functions5 minutes
1.5 Blockchain Consensus Mechanisms: From Proof of Work (PoW) to Proof of Burn (PoB)5 minutes
1.6 Space and Time-Based Consensus Mechanisms3 minutes
1.7 Beyond Traditional Consensus: PBFT, SBFT, and DAG Architectures4 minutes
1.8 Understanding Smart Contracts and Their Programming Languages4 minutes
1.9 Smart Contract Execution and Immutability3 minutes
1.10 Triggering Transactions and Managing Execution Costs in Smart Contracts4 minutes
1.11 Extending Smart Contracts: Integration, Upgradeability, and Real-World Applications4 minutes
1.12 Understanding Bitcoin and Its Core Components3 minutes
1.13 The Bitcoin Mining Process and Network Mechanics3 minutes
1.14 Blockchain Identities and Consensus: Wallets, Addresses, and Validation Mechanisms3 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Quiz 130 minutes

7 pluginsTotal 105 minutes

eBook: Module 1: Introduction to Blockchain and Smart Contracts 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Tab15 minutes
ACTIVITY: True or False15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Hotspot15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Carousel15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Multiple Choice15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Let's Check Your Knowledge15 minutes

What's included

13 videos1 assignment7 plugins

13 videosTotal 151 minutes

Audio Book: Module 2: Ethereum Virtual Basics (EVM) and Solidity Basics 79 minutes
Podcast: Module 2: Ethereum Virtual Basics (EVM) and Solidity Basics 18 minutes
2.1 Ethereum Architecture and Proof of Stake Consensus5 minutes
2.2 Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) 5 minutes
2.3 Gas Fees and Smart Contracts in Ethereum5 minutes
2.4 Solidity Programming Language 4 minutes
2.5 Ethereum Wallets and Remix IDE4 minutes
2.5.1 MetaMask Integration in Ethereum Development5 minutes
2.6 Smart Contract Development with Remix IDE4 minutes
2.7 Basic Structure of solidity smart contract 4 minutes
2.8 Frontend Integration with Smart Contracts Using Web3.js, Ethers.js & More4 minutes
2.9 Understanding Solidity Variables and If/Else Logic4 minutes
2.10 Strings, Loops, and Arrays in Solidity5 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Quiz 230 minutes

7 pluginsTotal 105 minutes

eBook: Module 2: Ethereum Virtual Basics (EVM) and Solidity Basics 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Drag and Drop15 minutes
ACTIVITY: True or False15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Popup15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Problem Statement15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Tab15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Let's Check Your Knowledge15 minutes

What's included

9 videos1 assignment9 plugins

9 videosTotal 67 minutes

Audio Book: Module 3: Advanced Solidity and Structures 22 minutes
Podcast: Module 3: Advanced Solidity and Structures 12 minutes
3.1 Advanced Solidity – Libraries, Interfaces, and Modifiers4 minutes
3.2 Interfaces and Modifiers in Solidity4 minutes
3.3 Structures, Enums, and ABI4 minutes
3.4 Advanced Solidity – Calldata, Events, and Transfers4 minutes
3.5 Contract-to-Contract Calls & Address Types in Solidity4 minutes
3.6 Receive & Fallback Functions and Upgradeable Contracts in Solidity6 minutes
3.7 Openzepplin Libraries 2 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Quiz 330 minutes

9 pluginsTotal 135 minutes

eBook: Module 3: Advanced Solidity and Structures 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Tab15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Carousel15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Multiple Choice15 minutes
ACTIVITY: True or False15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Multiple Select15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Accordion15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Drag and Drop15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Let's Check Your Knowledge15 minutes

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AI CERTs Team

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Frequently asked questions

It’s a 3-track specialization designed to help you master blockchain fundamentals, development, and security through guided projects.

The specialization includes three tracks — Foundations, Development, and Security — each building toward your final certification.

Yes. You’ll earn the Blockchain+ Developer™ certification after successfully completing all three tracks.

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.