Smart Contracts and Tokens
Summary
This chapter examines programmable blockchain logic and digital assets. Students will learn what smart contracts can and cannot do, the risks they introduce (including the oracle problem), and how tokens represent value on blockchain networks. The chapter covers fungible and non-fungible tokens, tokenization, and the practical aspects of managing digital assets through wallets. A critical perspective on smart contract security is emphasized throughout.
Concepts Covered
This chapter covers the following 12 concepts from the learning graph:
- Smart Contract
- Smart Contract Risks
- Oracle Problem
- Token
- Fungible Token
- Non-Fungible Token
- Tokenization
- Wallet
- Cold Storage
- Hot Wallet
- Decentralized Application
- Cross-Chain Bridge
Prerequisites
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