Web3 and Blockchain guide
Ready to dive into the decentralized future?
This comprehensive, beginner-friendly guide will teach you everything you need to know about Web3, blockchain, smart contracts, and decentralized applications (dApps). Whether you're a developer, student, or tech enthusiast, this guide is your launchpad into Web3 innovation.
What you’ll learn:
- How blockchain works (simplified)
- Ethereum, Solana, and Layer 2s
- Real-world use cases of Web3
- Tools to build your first dApp
- Diagrams to help you visualize every concept
Author: Presley Kabade
(Web3 Developer at the Solana and Web3 Foundations)
đź’ˇ Bonus: Free resources + access to my future dev content.
This guide offers a solid introduction to the world of Web3 and blockchain, breaking down complex topics into simple, easy-to-understand language. You'll begin by exploring what Web3 is and why it's shaping the future of the internet. From there, you'll dive into how blockchain technology works at its core, gaining an understanding of the systems that power decentralization. You'll also learn about smart contracts—self-executing programs that run on blockchains—and how they're revolutionizing the way we interact with digital assets and agreements. The guide covers major platforms like Ethereum and Solana, along with Layer 2 solutions that enhance speed and scalability. Real-world use cases of decentralized applications (dApps) are included to show how Web3 is already transforming industries. Finally, the guide provides essential tools, platforms, and resources to help you begin building in the Web3 space, along with key terminology to make your journey smoother and more confident.