Full-Day Workshop and Hands-on
Training on Blockchain and
Cryptocurrency
Workshop Objectives:
- To introduce participants to the foundational concepts of blockchain technology and
cryptocurrency.
- To explore the practical applications of blockchain in various industries.
- To provide hands-on experience with cryptocurrency transactions and blockchain tools.
- To discuss the future trends and challenges in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space.
Target Audience:
Faculty members, MS/PhD students, researchers, and professionals interested in blockchain
technology and cryptocurrency.
Itinerary
08:30 AM - 09:00 AM: Registration and Welcome
Participants check-in and receive workshop materials.
Opening remarks and overview of the day’s agenda.
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Introduction to Blockchain Technology
History and Evolution of Blockchain
Key Concepts: Distributed Ledger, Decentralization, Consensus Mechanisms
Types of Blockchain: Public, Private, Consortium, and Hybrid
Interactive Session: Group discussion on real-world problems that blockchain can solve.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Cryptography Essentials for Blockchain
Basics of Cryptography: Hash Functions, Digital Signatures, Public/Private Keys
How Cryptography Secures Blockchain Transactions
Hands-on Exercise: Simple cryptographic exercises (hashing, encryption) using Python.
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM: Coffee Break
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM: Cryptocurrency and Bitcoin Basics
Introduction to Cryptocurrency
The Birth of Bitcoin: How It Works, Mining, and Transactions
Overview of Popular Cryptocurrencies: Ethereum, Ripple, Litecoin
Hands-on Exercise: Setting up a cryptocurrency wallet.
Simulating Bitcoin transactions on a test network.
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM: Blockchain in Practice
Use Cases of Blockchain in Different Industries (Finance, Supply Chain, Healthcare, etc.)
Smart Contracts: Concept and Implementation
Decentralized Applications (DApps)
Case Study: Analysis of a real-world blockchain implementation.
01:00 PM - 02:00 PM: Lunch Break
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM: Advanced Blockchain Concepts
Consensus Algorithms: Proof of Work, Proof of Stake, Delegated Proof of Stake
Blockchain Scalability Issues and Solutions
Interoperability and Cross-Chain Communication
Hands-on Exercise: Building a simple blockchain using Python.
Creating and deploying a smart contract on Ethereum.
03:30 PM - 03:45 PM: Coffee Break
03:45 PM - 04:45 PM: Security and Regulatory Aspects
Blockchain Security: Threats and Mitigation Strategies
Regulatory Challenges: Compliance, Legal Implications
The Role of Governments in the Cryptocurrency Ecosystem
Interactive Session: Discussion on the implications of blockchain regulations in different
countries.
04:45 PM - 05:15 PM: Future Trends in Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
Emerging Trends: DeFi, NFTs, CBDCs (Central Bank Digital Currencies)
The Role of AI and IoT in Blockchain
Predictions for the Next Decade
Q&A Session: Open floor for participants to ask questions and discuss future prospects.
05:15 PM - 05:30 PM: Closing Remarks and Certificate Distribution
Summary of key takeaways from the workshop.
Distribution of participation certificates.
Feedback collection from participants.
Workshop Outline
- Introduction to Blockchain Technology
- Cryptography Essentials for Blockchain
- Cryptocurrency Basics
- Blockchain in Practice
- Advanced Blockchain Concepts
- Security and Regulatory Aspects
- Future Trends in Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
