Understanding Bitcoin

Cryptography, Engineering, and Economics

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Andreas Antonopoulos' 'Mastering Bitcoin' is a comprehensive guide to the technical foundations of Bitcoin, aimed at developers, engineers, and anyone seeking a deep understanding of the technology.

The book explains the underlying principles of Bitcoin transactions, the blockchain, and the network architecture, detailing how these components work together to create a decentralized and secure digital currency.

It covers topics such as cryptography, wallets, mining, and consensus mechanisms, providing readers with the knowledge to build Bitcoin-based applications and services.

Antonopoulos also discusses the security considerations and best practices for protecting Bitcoin systems from attacks.

By offering a clear and thorough explanation of Bitcoin's inner workings, the book empowers readers to engage with and contribute to the Bitcoin ecosystem.