Cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and the blockchain are poised to take over the world, so it’s a good idea to start researching. But what resources should you start with? Books! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced developer, you will find a lot of useful information in these books.
10 Books You Need to Read if You’re Interested in Web3
If you want to learn more about this Web3 and blockchain technology, starting with some reading might be the best way to go.
Today’s article gives you 10 great books to get you started.
1. How to DeFi Beginner by CoinGecko
This book on DeFi was written by the popular crypto news website, CoinGecko, making it one of the most credible sources on this list. If you want a simple and straightforward explanation of DeFi, smart contracts, peer-to-peer technology, and cryptocurrencies, you’ll love this book.
2. The Blockchain Developer by Elad Elrom
This book gives readers a programming level of understanding pertaining to the blockchain platform. You’ll learn from real-world case studies, understand test nets, acquire tools, and see just how easy it is to create apps in a decentralized space and on various blockchain platforms.
3. Mastering Blockchain by Imran Bashir
This book will help you develop a deeper understanding of the blockchain. It acts as a technical reference guide on multiple Web3 topics, like smart contracts and Solidity. But if you want to actually learn Solidity and smart contracts on Ethereum, consider joining a Web3 Bootcamp.
4. The Basics of Bitcoins and Blockchains by Antony Lewis
This book will introduce you to blockchain in a structured and illustrative manner. You’ll get to understand the different components of blockchain technology, and dig into real-life applications and potential use cases. You’ll also learn how to prevent data breaches and security breaches.
5. Blockchain 2035 by Jared Tate and Andrew Knapp
This book is pretty popular in the blockchain and Web3 community because it helps readers understand the necessity of revolution in technology. Blockchain 2035 takes a look at how the blockchain could impact governments and corporations all around the globe over the decade.
6. Blockchain Basics by Daniel Drescher
This book dives deep into blockchain technology and presents it in an accessible and easy-to-understand way. It mainly focuses on data structures, cryptography, blockchain client implementation, and smart contracts. This is a great book if you’re new to the blockchain.
7. Mastering Ethereum by Andreas Antonopoulos
This book focuses on Ethereum in particular. It provides a comprehensive overview of Ethereum’s blockchain, how it works, and how it can be used. It is ideal for developers who want to create programs or apps in the Ethereum platform or experiment with coding smart contracts.
8. Blockchain Revolution by Don and Alex Tapscott
This book takes a hard look at the present and the future of blockchain technology. It delves into many use cases of blockchain, such as transparent governance, identity-keeping, and secure asset ownership. Apart from its technical components, it also touches upon Bitcoin economics.
9. The Bitcoin Standard by Saifedan Ammous
This book takes a simple approach when it comes to explaining Bitcoin and the blockchain. It’s one of the best books for understanding the differences between soft money and hard money. The Bitcoin Standards also reflect on fiat currencies, central banks, and currency devaluation.
10. Mastering Bitcoin by Andreas Antonopoulos
This book is a comprehensive guide to Bitcoin. It covers everything from data structures to transaction processes to cryptography, as well as Bitcoin trading and its alternative uses. There are also bonus chapters on developing on the Bitcoin platform and managing private keys.
This article was provided by José Luis Martín Cara
