A Guide to Web3

About the Course:

A Guide to Web3 is a one-hour introductory course designed to immerse participants in the rapidly evolving world of decentralized technologies. The session provides a clear foundation in the core components of Web3, including blockchain, cryptocurrency, and decentralization, while exploring their real-world applications, benefits, and challenges. Learners will gain practical insight into smart contracts, NFTs, decentralized applications (dApps), and decentralized finance (DeFi), building a comprehensive understanding of how these innovations are reshaping industries and society. 

The course is ideal for individuals beginning their crypto journey and encourages participants to bring a willingness to explore buying and trading cryptocurrency using either a smartphone or a laptop. Through this structured introduction, covering Web3 fundamentals, blockchain and cryptocurrency, decentralization principles, and essential security considerations, the course equips attendees with the knowledge needed to confidently navigate the emerging Web3 landscape. 

This course introduces the fundamentals of Web3, including blockchain, cryptocurrency, and decentralized technologies. Participants will learn about Web3's potential applications, benefits, and challenges. The course covers topics such as smart contracts, NFTs, and decentralized finance (DeFi), providing a comprehensive understanding of the emerging Web3 landscape and its transformative impact on industries and society.

Course Objectives:

• Define the core principles of Web3, including decentralisation and blockchain.
• Evaluate the fundamentals of cryptocurrencies and how they fit into the Web3 ecosystem.
• Describe the concept and applications of smart contracts in decentralised environments.
• Identify the purpose and functionality of decentralised applications (dApps).
• Apply knowledge of decentralised finance (DeFi) and know its impact on traditional finance systems.

Who is the Target Audience

• All those looking to start a crypto journey.

Basic Knowledge:

• Participants should have a willingness to explore, buy, and trade cryptocurrency, as well as access to a smartphone or laptop to engage with Web3 tools and platforms. 
• No prior technical knowledge is required, just an interest in learning about blockchain, crypto, and decentralized technologies.