Bitcoin Protocol Development

Cohort Kicking off on 24th January, 2025

Designed by Chaincode, the Bitcoin Protocol Development cohort is an enlightening course that introduces developers to the basics of how the Bitcoin protocol is developed. The scope covers topics such as the history and evolution of the Bitcoin protocol, the underlying technologies enabling its operation, and the various challenges and opportunities associated with its ongoing development and adoption.

Takeaways

Understanding Bitcoin Protocol: : Gain insights into the fundamentals of how the Bitcoin protocol is developed, covering its history, technologies, and ongoing challenges.
Practical Knowledge: : Acquire practical skills through hands-on assignments and real-world projects related to Bitcoin protocol development.
Certificate of Completion: : Receive a certificate recognizing your proof-of-work and accomplishment in Bitcoin protocol development.
Community : Join a community of like-minded learners, actively participating in discussions and collaborative learning, fostering a supportive network.

The Deets

Cohort Details

Next Cohort Starting On:

24th January, 2025.

Pre-requisites

Basic knowledge of Bitcoin protocol (suggested-read Mastering Bitcoin)

Format

Online virtual classroom

Structure

Weekly live sessions, group discussions, and Q&A

Duration

06 weeks

Cohort Overview

Cohort level: Intermediate

This cohort assumes a basic level of Bitcoin protocol knowledge. Participants are expected to have pre-read Mastering Bitcoin as a prerequisite. The program spans several weeks, covering topics such as SegWit, mining, network block propagation, P2P, scripts, wallets, and more.

Meet Your TAs

Raj Maitra

Pen-and-paper engineer turned keyboard warrior in multiple rabbit holes. Often known for making a mess. An actual rabbit.

Saurabh S

PM juggling Bitcoin FOSS projects and ventures like a circus performer.

Anmol Sharma

When he is not talking about Bitcoin,he is busy writing code. But let's be honest, he is usually busy talking about Bitcoin.

Emjshrx

Joined Bitshala to run Bitcoin Core on his Dive Computer. Didn’t work, but he’ll keep trying.

Cohort calendar

Weeks

Lessons

Chapters

Week 01

Welcome to the Bitcoin Protocol Development Seminar

Week 02

SEGWIT

Week 03

Mining and Network Block Propagation

Week 04

P2P

Week 05

Scripts and Wallets

Week 06

Next Steps

Structure

The structure of the cohort program is designed for self-study. Each week, participants will be assigned to a group to receive questions related to the scheduled chapters. Participants are expected to study the material, prepare answers to their questions, and actively participate in the weekly group discussion sessions, where they will explain their answers to other participants.

Following the group discussion, Bitshala Teaching Assistants (TAs) will be available for doubt-clearing sessions, providing an opportunity to ask additional questions and clarify any doubts that arose during the study session.

After the group session, participants will be given programming exercises based on the weekly study content. Participants are expected to complete and submit the exercises within the designated timeframe.