Dive into the world of blockchain with the University of Buffalo's free Blockchain Basics course on Coursera. Gain hands-on experience in creating Ethereum blockchain nodes, conducting transactions, and more. Explore key concepts like decentralized networks, distributed ledgers, and trust models. With four focused modules, this course provides a foundational understanding of blockchain technology. 

Through a carefully crafted curriculum, this course navigates you through the intricate landscape of blockchain, starting with an in-depth exploration of Bitcoin and Ethereum protocols. As you progress, you'll discover how to forge your personal Ethereum blockchain nodes, execute transactions, and even inspect balances.

The course's hands-on approach is designed to ensure you grasp the practical nuances of blockchain technology. Beyond the technical aspects, you'll also gain insights into the decentralized peer-to-peer network and the unchanging distributed ledger that define this groundbreaking technology. Trust models, essential algorithms, and the core components of a blockchain are unveiled, providing a comprehensive view of this revolutionary field. 

This course is part of Blockchain Specialization.