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Enterprise Blockchain Fundamentals Bootcamp for Solutions Engineers

Course Level: Beginner
Duration: 4 Hrs 25 Min
Total Videos: 44 On-demand Videos

Unlock the potential of blockchain technology with our comprehensive "Enterprise Blockchain Fundamentals Bootcamp for Solutions Engineers" course. Ideal for IT professionals, blockchain developers, and technology enthusiasts, this course offers in-depth knowledge on blockchain architecture, platforms, and its real-world applications, preparing you to excel in the rapidly evolving blockchain job market.

Learning Objectives

01

Understand the course structure, target audience, and pre-requisites to maximize learning benefits.

02

Identify and apply key pre-sales activities such as Request for Proposals and cost modeling in a fintech context.

03

Demonstrate understanding of Proof of Concepts, Return on Investment, and Value Creation in pre-sales activities.

04

Master the fundamentals of blockchain technology, including its components, terminology, and consensus mechanisms.

05

Differentiate between permissioned and permissionless blockchains, and understand the role of trust in blockchain systems.

06

Gain a solid understanding of various enterprise blockchains like Hyperledger, Ethereum, Quorum, and R3 Corda.

07

Explore practical use cases of blockchain technology, with specific examples from Ripple and Dubai.

08

Understand different blockchain roles, and review the course content for a comprehensive understanding of the subject.

Course Description

This course is ideal for solutions engineers, IT managers, business analysts, pre-sales consultants, and technology enthusiasts who want to leverage blockchain to transform enterprise solutions. By the end, you’ll have a clear, practical understanding of how blockchain can boost Transparency, trust, and operational efficiency in complex environments.

In this Enterprise Blockchain Fundamentals Bootcamp, you’ll explore the foundations of distributed ledgers, consensus mechanisms, and smart contracts, with hands-on focus on major platforms like Hyperledger, Ethereum, Quorum, and Ripple. You’ll learn how to evaluate enterprise blockchain architectures and apply them to real-world use cases, from supply chain to cross‑organization data sharing, so you can design solutions that scale.

What you’ll gain includes practical knowledge you can apply immediately in your role, from defining architecture patterns for enterprise deployments to communicating value to non-technical stakeholders. The program blends theory with scenarios you’ll encounter as a solutions engineer, IT project manager, or architect, helping you move from concept to implementation with confidence.

Key topics you’ll master include blockchain platforms, consensus mechanisms, smart contracts, distributed ledger concepts, transaction transparency, and enterprise-grade security considerations, all tied to real-world use cases and enterprise architecture.

– Learn blockchain concepts for pre-sales and how to articulate benefits to stakeholders
– Understand enterprise blockchain architecture and platform comparisons
– Build foundational skills in smart contracts and secure coding practices
– Analyze real-world use cases to translate business problems into blockchain-enabled solutions
– Prepare for roles such as Blockchain Solutions Engineer, Enterprise Architect, and IT project leadership

Ready to advance your career with in-demand expertise in blockchain for enterprises? Enroll today to gain hands-on experience, deepen your technical fluency, and accelerate your impact in the booming blockchain job market.

Who Benefits From This Course

  • Solutions engineers seeking to expand their skill set in the blockchain technology
  • Pre-sales professionals interested in understanding blockchain solutions
  • IT consultants focusing on fintech and enterprise integration
  • Blockchain enthusiasts wanting to delve deeper into the practical applications of blockchain in the enterprise environment
  • Software developers working on Dapps and interested in exploring blockchain as a service (BaaS)
  • Professionals working on Hyperledger, Ethereum, Quorum, R3 Corda, Ripple or similar platforms and looking to broaden their understanding of enterprise blockchains
  • Individuals interested in understanding use cases of blockchain in various sectors, such as finance and public administration

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some potential roles for someone with enterprise blockchain skills?

Professionals who have developed skills in enterprise blockchain technology have numerous career opportunities available to them. Some potential roles include:

  • Blockchain Solutions Engineer
  • Blockchain Developer
  • Enterprise Architect
  • Blockchain Consultant
  • Pre-Sales Engineer
  • IT Project Manager

The blockchain revolution is taking over the business world, so professionals with expertise in blockchain technology are highly sought after and command competitive salaries.

What is the significance of blockchain technology in the enterprise context?

Blockchain technology has the potential to revolutionize the way enterprises operate. Its transparency, trust, and security characteristics can be leveraged to streamline various business processes, enhance security, and reduce costs. Blockchain's decentralized nature eliminates the need for intermediaries, thereby facilitating peer-to-peer transactions and enhancing efficiency. With blockchain, enterprises can also ensure data integrity and prevent fraud. Therefore, understanding and implementing blockchain technology can significantly benefit enterprises.

What are some major enterprise blockchain platforms?

Several blockchain platforms are specifically designed for enterprise use. Some of the major ones include:

  • Hyperledger: An open-source collaborative effort to advance cross-industry blockchain technologies.
  • Ethereum: A decentralized, open-source blockchain with smart contract functionality.
  • Quorum: An enterprise-focused version of Ethereum that's designed for privacy and high performance.
  • Ripple: A real-time gross settlement system, currency exchange, and remittance network.
What are the key components of blockchain architecture?

Blockchain architecture is composed of several key components, including:

  • Nodes: These are individual computers that participate in the blockchain network. Each node maintains a copy of the entire blockchain.
  • Transactions: These are the smallest building blocks of a blockchain. Transactions are grouped together to form blocks.
  • Blocks: These are groups of transactions that are added to the blockchain. Each block contains a unique identifier known as a hash.
  • Chain: The chain is a series of blocks that are linked together. Each block contains the hash of the previous block, creating a chain of blocks.
What are consensus mechanisms in blockchain technology?

Consensus mechanisms are a crucial aspect of blockchain technology. They are the protocols that ensure all nodes are in agreement about the state of the distributed ledger. Different blockchain platforms use different consensus mechanisms. Some of the most common ones include:

  • Proof of Work (PoW): This is used by Bitcoin and involves solving complex mathematical problems.
  • Proof of Stake (PoS): This involves validators being chosen to create a new block based on their stake or amount of coins they hold.
  • Practical Byzantine Fault Tolerance (PBFT): This is a system where nodes communicate with each other to reach consensus, even if some nodes are unreliable or malicious.

Included In This Course

Module 1: Course Overview

  •    1.1 Course Introduction
  •    1.2 Course Target Audience
  •    1.3 Course Pre-Requirements

Module 2: Pre-Sales Activities

  •    2.1 Module 2 Introduction
  •    2.2 Request for Proposals
  •    2.3 Request for Proposals Fintech
  •    2.4 Proof of Concepts
  •    2.5 Return on Investment
  •    2.6 Value Creation
  •    2.7 Cost Modeling
  •    2.8 Cost Considerations
  •    2.9 Enterprise Integration
  •    2.10 TPS
  •    2.11 Whiteboard Discussion

Module 3: Blockchain Fundamentals

  •    3.1 Module 3 Introduction
  •    3.2 What is a Blockchain
  •    3.3 Blockchain Components
  •    3.4 Blockchain Terminology
  •    3.5 Enterprise Blockchains
  •    3.6 Consensus and Mining
  •    3.7 Ledgers
  •    3.8 Permissioned vs Permissionless Blockchains
  •    3.9 Trust and Blockchain
  •    3.10 Advantages of Transparency
  •    3.11 Development Expertise
  •    3.12 Dapps
  •    3.13 BaaS
  •    3.14 AWS BaaS Whiteboard Discussion
  •    3.15 Understanding Blockchain Architecture

Module 4: Enterprise Blockchains

  •    4.1 Module 4 Introduction
  •    4.2 Hyperledger
  •    4.3 Ethereum
  •    4.4 Quorum
  •    4.5 R3 Corda
  •    4.6 Corda Demobench Demo
  •    4.7 Ripple
  •    4.8 IBM BaaS
  •    4.9 AWS BaaS Demo

Module 5: Use Cases

  •    5.1 Module 5 Introduction
  •    5.2 Ripple Use Cases
  •    5.3 Dubai Use Cases

Module 6: Course Closeout

  •    6.1 Module 6 Introduction
  •    6.2 Course Review
  •    6.3 Blockchain Roles
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