Bitcoin+ Developer™
Navigate the depth of development with Bitcoin
Certificate Code:
BC-200
About This Course
- Foundational Learning: Covers Bitcoin scripting, blockchain tech, and security practices
- Advanced Builds: Learn Layer 2 scaling, SDK/API integration, and real-world use cases
- Hands-On Projects: Complete practical work with a capstone project
- Future-Ready: Understand trends and secure coding in decentralized apps
Certificate Overview
Included
Instructor-led OR Self-paced course + Official exam + Digital badge
Duration
- Instructor-Led: 5 days (live or virtual)
- Self-Paced: 30 hours of content
Prerequisites
Familiar with general programming concepts like data structures, algorithms and networks, Understand programming stack (e.g. Python, JavaScript, Java or similar), SDKs, APIs, application development tools.
Exam Format
50 questions, 70% passing, 90 minutes, online proctored exam
Course Modules
1
Certification Overview
- Course Introduction Preview
2
Module 1: Introduction to Bitcoin and Blockchain
- 1.1 Overview of Bitcoin Technology
- 1.2 Overview of Blockchain Technology
3
Module 2: Bitcoin Scripting Languages
- 2.1 Fundamentals of Bitcoin Scripting Language
- 2.2 Components of Scripting Language Basics
- 2.3 Uses of Bitcoin Scripts
- 2.4 Execution Condition of Scripts
- 2.5 Security and Vulnerabilities in the Scripts
4
Module 3: Building on Bitcoin Script
- 3.1 Standard Transactions
- 3.2 Trade and DeFi
- 3.3 Smart Contracts
- 3.4 Asset Definition
5
Module 4: Layer 2 Scaling Solutions
- 4.1 Basics of Layer 2
- 4.2 Different Layer 2 Projects
6
Module 5: Use Cases and Projects using Layer 2
- 5.1 Payments Use Cases
- 5.2 Assets and Defi
- 5.3 Industry Use Cases
- 5.4 Integration with Other Tech- IoT
7
Module 6: Security and Best Practices
- 6.1 For Scripting Apps
- 6.2 General Security Practices
- 6.3 Keys and Smart Contracts
- 6.4 Off the Chain
- 6.5 Layer 2
8
Module 7: Integration (SDK/APIs) and Deployment
- 7.1 Basic Overview of SDK & APIs
- 7.2 BitcoinJS
- 7.3 BitcoinJ
- 7.4 Bitcoinlib
- 7.5 Bitcoin RPC Client (Python)
- 7.6 Deployment Strategies
9
Module 8: Future Trends and Innovations
- 8.1 Innovation in Bitcoin Applications
- 8.2 Innovation in Bitcoin Layer 2
- 8.3 Innovation in Asset Definition
- 8.4 Innovation in Bitcoin Interoperability
- 8.5 Innovation in Bitcoin Identity and Users
- 8.6 Innovation in Bitcoin Dev Tools
10
Module 9: Capstone Project
- 1. Capstone Project
AI Tools You'll Learn
Bitcoin Core
Electrum
BitcoinJS
