Song, Jimmy
Programming Bitcoin: Learn How to Program Bitcoin from Scratch
- ISBN 13:
- 9781492031499
- author:
- Song, Jimmy
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- O'Reilly Media
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 350
- Dimensions:
- 23.3 x 17.8 centimetres (0.67 kg
- Genre:
- Computers, Internet, E-Commerce,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Learn to program Bitcoin from scratch with this comprehensive guide. Jimmy Song, a leading expert in Bitcoin and Bitcoin programming, takes Python programmers and developers on a hands-on journey to create a Bitcoin library from scratch.
Through exercises and practical examples, you'll gain a deep understanding of the underlying technology, including the math, blocks, network, and transactions that power this popular cryptocurrency. By the end of the book, you'll be able to create transactions, parse and validate data, and send transactions over the network.
With a focus on Python 3, this book covers key topics such as script, the smart contract language behind Bitcoin, proof-of-work, simplified payment verification, and light wallets. Whether you're exploring Bitcoin applications for your company or considering a new career path, this practical guide will get you started.