Polygon (blockchain)-The foundational chapter on Polygon's blockchain platform and its scalability solutions for decentralized applications
ERC721-An introduction to the ERC721 standard, exploring its impact on the creation of nonfungible tokens and their role in the blockchain ecosystem
Algorand-A discussion on Algorand's blockchain, focusing on its unique consensus mechanism and interoperability with other blockchain platforms
Polkadot (blockchain platform)-Learn about Polkadot's multichain framework and its potential to facilitate seamless communication across different blockchains
Ember Sword-An exploration of Ember Sword, a decentralized game platform that leverages blockchain technology to offer true ownership of ingame assets
Immutable (company)-Insight into Immutable, a company revolutionizing the gaming industry by enabling players to truly own their digital assets through NFTs
Decentralized application-A breakdown of decentralized applications (dApps), examining their structure, use cases, and importance in the blockchain ecosystem
Sorare-Dive into Sorare's NFTbased fantasy football platform, understanding its role in the growing intersection of sports and blockchain technology
Aptos Labs-A look at Aptos Labs and their efforts to create scalable and efficient blockchain systems that empower decentralized applications
Solana (blockchain platform)-An exploration of Solana’s highperformance blockchain, its consensus mechanism, and its impact on decentralized finance (DeFi)
CryptoKitties-Learn about CryptoKitties, the pioneering NFT project that brought blockchainbased collectibles to the mainstream
Avalanche (blockchain platform)-Gain insights into Avalanche, a blockchain platform known for its speed, scalability, and ability to support multiple applications
Web3-A primer on Web3, exploring the next generation of the internet and how blockchain technologies are shaping its future
CryptoPunks-A deep dive into CryptoPunks, one of the earliest and most popular NFT projects that paved the way for the NFT boom
Proof of stake-A discussion on the proofofstake consensus mechanism, its advantages, and its role in securing decentralized networks
Blockchain-A comprehensive overview of blockchain technology, its principles, and how it underpins all the platforms discussed in the book
StarkWare Industries-Learn about StarkWare, a company pushing the boundaries of scalability and privacy within the blockchain space
Cardano (blockchain platform)-Explore Cardano’s blockchain platform, its focus on sustainability, and how it’s positioning itself in the competitive blockchain space
Nonfungible token-Delve into the world of nonfungible tokens, understanding their value, potential, and how they are transforming industries
XRP Ledger-A look at the XRP Ledger and its role in facilitating fast and lowcost transactions within the cryptocurrency ecosystem
Ethereum-Conclude with a chapter on Ethereum, the foundational blockchain platform for smart contracts, DeFi, and NFTs, and its continuous evolution