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Blockchain Studio

This module guides learners through the full journey of blockchain development—from core concepts and Solidity smart contracts to DApps, Layer-2 scaling, cross-chain tools, auditing, DevOps, and interdisciplinary integrations. It culminates in a secure, production-ready DApp with open-source community support and real-world scalability considerations.

Day 1-15: Blockchain Fundamentals & Environment Setup​

Topics Covered​

  • Blockchain Concepts
    • Cryptographic hashes, digital signatures, consensus algorithms (PoW, PoS).
    • Blockchain data structure (blocks, merkle trees).
  • Development Environment
    • Installing Node.js, Solidity compilers, Truffle/Hardhat, Ganache.
    • Basic local chain experiments.

Hands‐on Tasks​

  • Create a minimal blockchain prototype in Python or Node.js (block creation, chaining, validation).
  • Configure a GitHub repo with unit tests and CI/CD (GitHub Actions).

Deliverables​

  • Summary Report on blockchain fundamentals and use cases.
  • Public GitHub Repository with a basic blockchain prototype and testing.

Day 16-30: Smart Contract Development in Solidity​

Topics Covered​

  • Solidity Basics
    • Writing, testing, deploying smart contracts; EVM overview.
  • Security & Optimization
    • Gas optimization, reentrancy, overflow/underflow prevention.
    • Introduction to EIP‐712 (typed structured data signing).
  • Tooling
    • Hardhat, Truffle, Remix IDE for contract compilation & testing.

Hands‐on Tasks​

  • Develop and deploy an ERC‐20 token or a custom NFT (ERC‐721).
  • Write tests in Mocha/Chai to ensure contract correctness.
  • Experiment with EIP‐712 for typed data signing.

Deliverables​

  • Research Documentation with a public blog tutorial on Solidity fundamentals.
  • Deployed Contract on a testnet (e.g., Goerli), with source code in GitHub.

Day 31–45: Comparative Analysis & Advanced Contract Patterns​

Topics Covered​

  • Platform Comparison
    • Ethereum vs. Hyperledger Fabric vs. Binance Smart Chain.
    • Consensus protocols, fees, and throughput.
  • Advanced Patterns
    • Paymasters (meta‐transactions), Web3Auth for streamlined user onboarding.
    • Cross‐chain bridging basics.

Hands‐on Tasks​

  • Deploy a sample contract on two platforms (e.g., Ethereum testnet + Binance Smart Chain testnet).
  • Benchmark transaction throughput, fees, and speed.
  • Explore a minimal paymaster approach for user gas subsidization.

Deliverables​

  • Comparative Research Report with architecture diagrams (Draw.io).
  • Public Repo with demonstration code for multiple deployments.

Day 46–60: DApp Development Foundations​

Topics Covered​

  • Full‐Stack DApp
    • Integrating smart contracts with a frontend via Web3.js or ethers.js.
  • Wallet Solutions
    • MetaMask, WalletConnect, Web3auth for social logins.
  • Common DApp Patterns
    • Token sale pages, marketplace interactions, governance voting UIs.

Hands‐on Tasks​

  • Build a basic DApp (e.g., token sale or simple voting) that interacts with deployed contracts.
  • Implement wallet connectivity (MetaMask + Web3auth).

Deliverables​

  • Demo DApp Project with complete source code and integration tests.
  • Live Demo on a public testnet or a recorded video walkthrough.

Day 61–75: Scalability & Layer‐2 Solutions​

Topics Covered​

  • Layer‐2 Solutions
    • Optimistic Rollups, zk‐Rollups, sidechains (Polygon, Arbitrum).
  • Interoperability
    • Polkadot, Cosmos, bridging tokens across chains.
  • Front‐End Implications
    • Handling bridging UI flows, transaction confirmation for L2, bridging back to L1.

Hands‐on Tasks​

  • Prototype a Layer‐2 integration for faster/cheaper transactions.
  • Demonstrate cross‐chain asset transfer in a simple DApp.

Deliverables​

  • Whitepaper‐Style Document discussing scalability strategies and code samples.
  • Blog Post summarizing findings with architecture diagrams + prototype code on GitHub.

Day 76–90: Blockchain Security, Smart Contract Auditing, and Advanced UI​

Topics Covered​

  • Security & Auditing
    • Tools like MythX, Slither, Oyente for static analysis.
    • Formal verification basics, multi‐sig wallets.
  • Advanced Frontend
    • Next.js or Lynx.js + Tauri for cross‐platform desktop DApps.
    • Performance optimization for transaction polling, real‐time event subscriptions.

Hands‐on Tasks​

  • Perform a security audit on your contract. Document vulnerabilities and fixes.
  • Implement an advanced UI with real‐time contract events (for instance, an NFT marketplace feed).

Deliverables​

  • Comprehensive Audit Report detailing found vulnerabilities and resolutions.
  • Public Blog Post showcasing the security testing workflow and final results.

Day 91–105: Node Setup, Oracles & Off‐Chain Infrastructure​

Topics Covered​

  • Blockchain Nodes
    • Setting up private networks, configuring full nodes and light clients.
    • Using frameworks like Hyperledger Fabric if needed.
  • Oracles
    • Chainlink basics, bridging external data to on‐chain logic.
  • Off‐Chain Services
    • Using serverless or microservices architectures to handle complex workflows.

Hands‐on Tasks​

  • Set up a private Ethereum network or Hyperledger Fabric test environment.
  • Integrate a simple oracle (Chainlink or custom) that supplies external data to a contract.

Deliverables​

  • Deployment Guide with architecture diagrams.
  • Sample Code in a public GitHub repo for node management and oracle integration.

Day 106–120: DevOps, CI/CD & Monitoring for Blockchain​

Topics Covered​

  • CI/CD Pipelines for Smart Contracts
    • GitHub Actions or Jenkins for automated testing, linting (Solhint), and deployments.
  • Blockchain Monitoring
    • Tools to watch node performance, log events, handle chain reorganizations.
  • Challenges
    • Maintaining a stable environment for nodes, dealing with forks, chain upgrades.

Hands‐on Tasks​

  • Integrate automated smart contract testing in CI/CD, including security scans (Slither).
  • Configure a monitoring dashboard (Prometheus + Grafana) for node metrics.

Deliverables​

  • Fully Automated CI/CD pipeline for your blockchain project with test coverage reports.
  • Documentation on node monitoring and maintenance in a public repository.

Day 121–135: Cross‐Technology Integration (IoT, AI, Cloud Services)​

Topics Covered​

  • Interdisciplinary Integrations
    • Linking blockchain with IoT data for authenticity or with an AI pipeline for advanced analytics.
  • Use Cases
    • Blockchain-based authentication for IoT devices, AI-driven analysis of on‐chain data.
  • Challenges
    • Data privacy, real‐time event triggers, secure device authentication.

Hands‐on Tasks​

  • Prototype a system that uses blockchain for authentication plus an AI model for anomaly detection.
  • Deploy parts of it to a serverless environment or a Docker/K8s environment for scale.

Deliverables​

  • Case Study Documentation with architecture diagrams and prototype code.
  • Public GitHub Repository containing integration guidelines and sample projects.

Day 136–150: Final Blockchain Integrations & Scalability​

Topics Covered​

  • Project Planning & PRD
    • Finalizing features, user stories, and system architecture (Draw.io).
  • Scaling Full‐Stack Blockchain
    • Horizontal scaling solutions, indexing services, caching.
  • Advanced Tools
    • Paymasters for meta‐transactions, advanced wallet solutions for gaming or tournaments.

Hands‐on Tasks​

  • Outline a comprehensive PRD for a real product (e.g., token launch kit, DEX, NFT marketplace).
  • Implement horizontal scaling for your off‐chain indexers or watchers.

Deliverables​

  • Complete Project Proposal with risk management and timeline.
  • Public Presentation Slides detailing the project plan and scaling approaches.

Day 151–180: Final Project & Community Engagement​

Topics Covered​

  • Final Project Implementation
    • Building a production‐level DApp, including advanced features (paymasters, cross‐chain bridging, advanced NFT marketplace).
  • Testing & Security Audits
    • Thorough integration testing, security scans, user acceptance tests.
  • Open‐Source Contribution
    • Community building, detailed issue tracking, PR reviews, and code sprints.

Hands‐on Tasks​

  • Develop, test, and deploy the complete blockchain application (could be part of Prodigal Blockchain Studio).
  • Set up a public community with guidelines, issues, and contribution docs.
  • Organize a mini “code sprint” to bring external collaborators.

Deliverables​

  • Production‐Ready DApp with a live deployment or accessible testnet environment.
  • Comprehensive Documentation (architecture, security audits, usage guide).
  • Community Engagement Materials: final presentations, blog posts, guidelines, and recorded webinars if applicable.