Introduction to Blockchain

Have you been heard of bitcoin, blockchain and cryptocurrency but still have no idea what it's about or how it works? As people rave about it and over-crowded events pop-up all over the Bay Area, do you want to keep up with thinking about how this technology could change our world?

In this interactive workshop and mini-blockathon, you'll explore the basics of blockchain and what fuels its system, as well as understand how you can join the conversation, ask the right questions and kickstart your learning journey into the ever-growing world of blockchain.

Takeaways:

• Understand what blockchain technology is
• Overview of blockchains' past, present and future
• Applications of blockchain across different industries and countries
• Getting familiar with cryptocurrency and terms like ICOs, tokens + crowd sales
• What to look into next to expand your blockchain and crypto knowledge
• How to navigate the crypto space as a newbie

Prereqs & Preparation:

This workshop is for anyone who: 

• wants to explore blockchain; 
• learns in an engaging and fun way; 
• and is tired of reading online articles for hours and still can't understand how all of it works!