AI CERTs
From Blocks to Code: Bitcoin Developer Essentials Specialization
AI CERTs

From Blocks to Code: Bitcoin Developer Essentials Specialization

Engineer Real-World Bitcoin Solutions. Master Bitcoin scripting, Layer 2 development, and decentralized app deployment.

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Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Master Bitcoin scripting, blockchain fundamentals, and secure coding for real-world applications.

  • Build Layer 2 solutions, integrate SDKs/APIs, and optimize decentralized app performance.

  • Explore Bitcoin use cases, complete hands-on projects, and gain practical development experience.

  • Understand emerging trends, security best practices, and future innovations in the Bitcoin ecosystem.

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October 2025

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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

  • Bitcoin Architecture:Understand the core structure of Bitcoin, blocks, transactions, and network validation processes using Bitcoin Core and Electrum

  • Cryptography Fundamentals:Learn hashing, digital signatures, public-private keys secure Bitcoin transactions, leveragingPython for hands-on exercises

  • Bitcoin Scripting:Write and analyze Bitcoin scripts to create programmable transactions and custom spending conditions using BitcoinJS.

  • Hands-On Development:Build, test, and simulate Bitcoin logic using Python-based tools, Bitcoin Core, Electrum, and open-source blockchain frameworks.

Skills you'll gain

Category: FinTech
Category: Digital Assets
Category: Application Development
Category: Blockchain
Category: Cryptography
Category: Programming Principles
Category: Scripting
Category: Secure Coding
Category: Emerging Technologies
Category: Transaction Processing
Bitcoin Scaling & Security

Bitcoin Scaling & Security

Course 214 hours

What you'll learn

  • Scale Bitcoin Applications: Implement Layer 2 solutions like Lightning Network to increase transaction speed & reduce fees using Python and BitcoinJS

  • Build Real-World Use Cases: Develop applications for payments, bridging, and decentralized workflows with Electrum, Umbrel, and APIs.

  • Secure Bitcoin Deployments: Apply best practices for script security, threat mitigation, auditing using Python and open-source blockchain frameworks.

  • Hands-On Projects: Integrate Layer 2 solutions, scripts, and APIs to design mini-projects that mirror real Bitcoin development challenges.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Application Design
Category: Vulnerability Assessments
Category: Threat Modeling
Category: Secure Coding
Category: Blockchain
Category: Emerging Technologies
Category: Scalability
Category: FinTech
Category: Payment Systems
Category: Scripting
Category: Application Security
Category: Transaction Processing
Category: Cryptography

What you'll learn

  • Integrate Bitcoin Workflows: Connect scripts, APIs, and SDKs to build secure, end-to-end applications using Python and BitcoinJS.

  • Innovate with Emerging Tools: Explore cross-chain concepts, advanced APIs, and open-source frameworks for future-ready Bitcoin development.

  • Build Capstone Solutions: Design and deploy a complete Bitcoin project incorporating scripting, Layer 2, security, and API integrations.

  • Analyze & Optimize: Use Python, Electrum, Umbrel, and blockchain frameworks to debug, secure, and enhance application performance.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Solution Architecture
Category: Emerging Technologies
Category: Application Security
Category: Scripting
Category: Blockchain
Category: Application Deployment
Category: Software Development Tools
Category: Cryptography
Category: Application Programming Interface (API)
Category: Application Development
Category: Systems Integration
Category: Scalability
Category: FinTech

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