A Link to the Future: All About Blockchain provides a comprehensive introduction to blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, and smart contracts, designed to equip students with both foundational knowledge and hands-on experience. Over four sessions, students will learn key concepts such as decentralization, cryptography, and blockchain security, explore the mechanics of cryptocurrency transactions, and gain practical insight into blockchain's real-world applications in sectors like healthcare, supply chains, and voting. Students will also get hands-on experience
in creating and executing basic smart contracts, understanding their automation and role in decentralized systems. By the end of the bootcamp, students will have a solid understanding of blockchain fundamentals, cryptocurrency basics, and the transformative potential of blockchain across industries, preparing them to further explore or apply these concepts in the emerging field of decentralized technologies.
A Link to the Future: All About Blockchain
Shruthi is a Masters in Data Science student at the University of Pennsylvania with a focus on blockchain and cryptocurrency. She has been actively involved in the blockchain space since 2022, researching how Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs) can improve privacy and security in decentralized systems. Through her research, Shruthi has contributed to the academic field by publishing papers on the
convergence of Blockchain, AI, and their healthcare applications. Beyond her research, Shruthi has served as a Teaching Assistant for a blockchain course at Wharton and as a Student Ambassador for the Hyperledger India Chapter, where she advocates for the widespread
adoption of blockchain technologies. With a passion for innovation, Shruthi is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of privacy-preserving solutions in blockchain research. Fun Fact: She has a deep love for whales and sharks and dreams of going on a diving expedition to see these magnificent creatures in their natural habitats.April 5, 6, 12, AND 13, 2025
12:00-2:00 PM EST (9:00-11:00 AM PST) for ALL days
This is a two-weekend bootcamp, and students are expected to attend all four days.