Mastering Corda: Blockchain for Java Developers

Get a consistent, linear pathway for learning Corda and building decentralized applications known as CorDapps. With Mastering Corda, everyone from beginners to Corda warriors will learn how to build blockchain and Corda skills while exploring the nuances of developing real-world decentralized and distributed applications. You'll learn Corda's big picture and value proposition as well as its deeper intricacies.As a distributed ledger and smart contract platform, Corda shares several characteristics with blockchain--except Corda is designed for use cases such as finance, supply chains, healthcare, trade finance, and digital investment that require a high-volume of transactions, scalability, and data privacy. If you have basic Java skills, this book will help you understand blockchain and show you how to build CorDapps.With this book, you will: Gain knowledge and experience with tools to become a blockchain developerUnderstand Corda's value proposition and alignment with business strategyDive deep into Corda's architecture and blockchain fundamentalsContrast Corda with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and HyperledgerBuild real-world token and payment applicationsPerform data analytics and machine learning on Corda nodesDevelop a CorDapp hands-on using sample code
Mastering Corda provides you with a consistent, linear, and paced path to learning Corda and building modern enterprise-grade decentralized applications. Using this book, anyone from a complete blockchain beginner to an experienced blockchain or enterprise architect can rapidly understand and write applications like a pro while exploring the technical nuances and intricacies of the Corda platform.Corda is designed for use cases such as finance and investments, supply chain, healthcare, trade finance, insurance, and real estate that require a high-volume of transactions, scalability, and data privacy. If you have basic Java skills, this book will help you understand blockchain and show how you can get started immediately and be involved in the disruption of the future.With this book, you will: Understand Corda's value proposition and alignment with business strategies--particularly relevant to business executives and architectsDive deep into Corda's architecture and blockchain fundamentalsRapidly gain extensive knowledge of and hands-on experience with building Corda applicationsCompare and contrast Corda with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and HyperledgerEffectively prepare for the Corda certification exam and job inte