Learn to work with XRP and build applications on Ripple's blockchain Key FeaturesLearn to use Ripple’s decentralized system for transfering digital assets globallyA simpilfied and shortened learning curve to understand the Ripple innovation and BlockchainTakes a hands-on approach to work with XRP – Ripple’s native currencyBook Description This book starts by giving you an understanding of the basics of blockchain and the Ripple protocol. You will then get some hands-on experience of working with XRP. You will learn how to set up a Ripple wallet and see how seamlessly you can transfer money abroad. You will learn about different types of wallets through which you can store and transact XRP, along with the security precautions you need to take to keep your money safe. Since Ripple is currency agnostic, it can enable the transfer of value in USD, EUR, and any other currency. You can even transfer digital assets using Ripple. You will see how you can pay an international merchant with their own native currency and how Ripple can exchange it on the fly. Once you understand the applications of Ripple, you will learn how to create a conditionally-held escrow using the Ripple API, and how to send and cash checks. Finally, you will also understand the common misconceptions people have about Ripple and discover the potential risks you must consider before making investment decisions. By the end of this book, you will have a solid foundation for working with Ripple's blockchain. Using it, you will be able to solve problems caused by traditional systems in your respective industry. What you will learnUnderstand the fundamentals of blockchain and RippleLearn how to choose a Ripple walletSet up a Ripple wallet to send and receive XRPLearn how to protect your XRPUnderstand the applications of RippleLearn how to work with the Ripple APILearn how to build applications on check and escrow features of RippleWho this book is for This book is for anyone interested in getting their hands on Ripple technology and learn where it can be used to gain competitive advantages in their respective fields. For most parts of the book, you need not have any pre-requisite knowledge. However, you need to have basic background of JavaScript to write an escrow.

This book is an introduction to the topic of integrated power management systems. More specifically, it targets the battery powered systems on a chip that provide different functions such as wireless connectivity, sensing (e.g. temperature, pressure, movement), localization, processing, and more. Power management is a crucial part of such systems, as they must provide different power supplies, tailored to the requirements of each sub-block, and must maintain high efficiency in order to allow for a long battery life. The book covers the fundamental principles and guidelines needed to start the design of an integrated power management system, and an overview of practical techniques used in state-of-the-art implementations. Technical topics include: Low-dropout regulators (LDO) Fundamental analysis and design techniques Overview of modern techniques Switching converters Inductive and capacitive DC–DC converters Steady state efficiency optimization Control techniques Low-power techniques Auxiliary circuits and system integration Voltage and current references Clock generators System interface. It is ideal for fresh undergraduate and graduate students starting their careers, but also useful for experienced electronics engineers that are new to the power management domain and power electronics.

THE ULTIMATE BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO LEARNING EXACTLY HOW CRYPTOCURRENCY WORKS IN 2023 - INCLUDES EXCLUSIVE CRYPTO PORTFOLIO MANAGER WORKBOOK Cryptocurrency is more than just the future of money. Whether the market is up or down, cryptocurrencies are here to stay. It’s no secret that the crypto landscape can be confusing to the uninitiated. In Cryptocurrency QuickStart Guide, Dr. Jonathan Reichental draws from his decades of experience as a technology and business leader to break down exactly how crypto works and what newcomers to the space need to know. Presented in plain language that is stripped of jargon and unsubstantiated predictions, this thorough and approachable look at the world of cryptocurrency is the perfect starting point for anyone embarking on their own crypto journey. Regardless of whether you want to learn more about cryptocurrency to become a more informed investor, or you feel you might be missing out on the next big thing, or you just want to familiarize yourself with the future of money, there is something in this book for you! CRYPTOCURRENCY QUICKSTART GUIDE IS PERFECT FOR: - New or existing crypto investors who want to better understand cryptocurrencies on a technical level - People who feel overwhelmed by contradictory or inflated information surrounding the crypto space - Crypto investors who want to buy and sell their coins or branch out into mining or altcoins - Crypto newcomers who need a comprehensive overview or feel like they are missing out on the opportunities Bitcoin, Ethereum, and altcoins can offer - Anyone who is interested in learning more about the future of digital currencies! CRYPTOCURRENCY QUICKSTART GUIDE EXPLAINS: - How the history of money has led us to this moment - How blockchain technology works and how it powers popular cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin - What beginners need to know about the crypto universe including Ethereum, altcoins, and tokens - How to buy, sell, and trade cryptocurrencies along with critical considerations investors need to know - How the recent trend of DeFi interacts with traditional financial institutions, how NFTs fit into the world of crypto, how crypto mining works, international crypto considerations, and more! YOU WILL LEARN: - Crypto Fundamentals – Exactly How Crypto Works and What the Future May Hold for Digital Currency - Bitcoin and Beyond – The Differences Between Leading Coins, the Ethereum Network, and Altcoins, Plus More! - How to Be a Better Investor – How to Invest on Exchanges Using a Secure Crypto Wallet - Crypto Mechanics – How Crypto Mining Works and How to Store, Trade, and Safeguard Your Assets - The Future of Money – Where Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Altcoins Are Headed and What Investors Need to Know *LIFETIME ACCESS TO FREE CRYPTOCURRENCY DIGITAL ASSETS* - Crypto Portfolio Manager Workbook - Crypto Research and Analysis Link Library - Major Cryptocurrencies Library *GIVING BACK* QuickStart Guides proudly supports One Tree Planted as a Reforestation partner. Working with One Tree Planted, we plant trees where they are needed most!

This textbook provides a starter’s guide to VHDL. This book can be used in conjunction with a one-semester course in Digital Systems Design or on its own for designers who only need an introduction to the language. This book is designed to provide a bottoms-up approach to learning the VHDL language. This design supports a course in which foundational knowledge is covered before moving into advanced topics. However, this design also supports use as a reference manual. The author has designed the presentation with learning goals and assessment at its core. Each section addresses a specific learning outcome that the student should be able to “do” after its completion. The concept checks and exercise problems provide a rich set of assessment tools to measure student performance on each outcome.

This textbook provides a starter’s guide to Verilog, to be used in conjunction with a one-semester course in Digital Systems Design, or on its own for readers who only need an introduction to the language. This book is designed to match the way the material is actually taught in the classroom. Topics are presented in a manner which builds foundational knowledge before moving onto advanced topics. The author has designed the presentation with learning goals and assessment at its core. Each section addresses a specific learning outcome that the student should be able to “do” after its completion. The concept checks and exercise problems provide a rich set of assessment tools to measure student performance on each outcome. Written the way the material is taught, enabling a bottom-up approach to learning which culminates with a high-level of learning, with a solid foundation; Emphasizes examples from which students can learn: contains a solved example for nearly every section in the book; Includes more than 200 exercise problems, as well as concept check questions for each section, tied directly to specific learning outcomes.

A complete guide to understanding, developing, and testing popular security-token smart contracts Key FeaturesUnderstand key Blockchain and Ethereum platforms conceptsStep-by-step guide to developing STO smart contracts on EthereumMonetize digital tokens under various U.S. securities lawsBook Description The failure of initial coin offerings (ICOs) is no accident, as most ICOs do not link to a real asset and are not regulated. Realizing the shortcomings of ICOs, the blockchain community and potential investors embraced security token offerings (STOs) and stablecoins enthusiastically. In this book, we start with an overview of the blockchain technology along with its basic concepts. We introduce the concept behind STO, and cover the basic requirements for launching a STO and the relevant regulations governing its issuance. We discuss U.S. securities laws development in launching security digital tokens using blockchain technology and show some real use cases. We also explore the process of STO launches and legal considerations. We introduce popular security tokens in the current blockchain space and talk about how to develop a security token DApp, including smart contract development for ERC1404 tokens. Later, you'll learn to build frontend side functionalities to interact with smart contracts. Finally, we discuss stablecoin technical design functionalities for issuing and operating STO tokens by interacting with Ethereum smart contracts. By the end of this book, you will have learned more about STOs and gained a detailed knowledge of building relevant applications—all with the help of practical examples. What you will learnUnderstand the basic requirements for launching a security token offeringExplore various US securities laws governing the offering of security digital tokensGet to grips with the stablecoin concept with the help of use casesLearn how to develop security token decentralized applicationsUnderstand the difference between ERC-20 and ERC-721 tokensLearn how to set up a development environment and build security tokensExplore the technical design of stablecoinsWho this book is for This book is ideal for blockchain beginners and business user developers who want to quickly master popular Security Token Offerings and stablecoins. Readers will learn how to develop blockchain/digital cryptos, guided by U.S. securities laws and utilizing some real use cases. Prior exposure to an Object-Oriented Programming language such as JavaScript would be an advantage, but is not mandatory.

Learn quick and effective techniques to get up and running with building blockchain including Ethereum and Hyperledger Fabric. Key FeaturesUnderstand the key concepts of decentralized applications and consensus algorithmsLearn key concepts of Ethereum and Solidity programmingPractical guide to get started with build efficient Blockchain applications with Ethereum and HyperledgerBook Description Blockchain is a technology that powers the development of decentralized applications.This technology allows the construction of a network with no single control that enables participants to make contributions to and receive benefits from the network directly. This book will give you a thorough overview of blockchain and explain how a blockchain works.You will begin by going through various blockchain consensus mechanisms and cryptographic hash functions. You will then learn the fundamentals of programming in Solidity – the defacto language for developing decentralize, applications in Ethereum. After that, you will set up an Ethereum development environment and develop, package, build, and test campaign-decentralized applications.The book also shows you how to set up Hyperledger composer tools, analyze business scenarios, design business models, and write a chain code. Finally, you will get a glimpse of how blockchain is actually used in different real-world domains. By the end of this guide, you will be comfortable working with basic blockchain frameworks, and develop secure, decentralized applications in a hassle-free manner. What you will learnUnderstand how blockchain hashing worksWrite and test a smart contract using SolidityDevelop and test a decentralized applicationBuild and test your application using Hyperledger FabricImplement business network using Hyperledger ComposerTest and interact with business network applicationsWho this book is for The book is for developers, analysts, or anyone looking to learn about Blockchain in a quick and easy manner.

Get up and running with Oracle’s premium cloud blockchain services and build distributed blockchain apps with ease Key FeaturesDiscover Hyperledger Fabric and its components, features, qualifiers, and architectureGet familiar with the Oracle Blockchain Platform and its unique featuresBuild Hyperledger Fabric-based business networks with Oracle’s premium blockchain cloud serviceBook Description Hyperledger Fabric empowers enterprises to scale out in an unprecedented way, allowing organizations to build and manage blockchain business networks. This quick start guide systematically takes you through distributed ledger technology, blockchain, and Hyperledger Fabric while also helping you understand the significance of Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS). The book starts by explaining the blockchain and Hyperledger Fabric architectures. You'll then get to grips with the comprehensive five-step design strategy - explore, engage, experiment, experience, and influence. Next, you'll cover permissioned distributed autonomous organizations (pDAOs), along with the equation to quantify a blockchain solution for a given use case. As you progress, you'll learn how to model your blockchain business network by defining its assets, participants, transactions, and permissions with the help of examples. In the concluding chapters, you'll build on your knowledge as you explore Oracle Blockchain Platform (OBP) in depth and learn how to translate network topology on OBP. By the end of this book, you will be well-versed with OBP and have developed the skills required for infrastructure setup, access control, adding chaincode to a business network, and exposing chaincode to a DApp using REST configuration. What you will learnModel your blockchain-based business network by defining its components, transactions, integrations, and infrastructure through use casesDevelop, deploy, and test chaincode using shim and REST, and integrate it with client apps using SDK, REST, and eventsExplore accounting, blockchain, hyperledger fabric, and its components, features, qualifiers, architecture and structureUnderstand the importance of Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS)Experiment Hyperledger Fabric and delve into the underlying technologySet up a consortium network, nodes, channels, and privacy, and learn how to translate network topology on OBPWho this book is for If you are a blockchain developer, blockchain architect or just a cloud developer looking to get hands-on with Oracle Blockchain Cloud Service, then this book is for you. Some familiarity with the basic concepts of blockchain will be helpful to get the most out of this book

Understand the Blockchain revolution and get to grips with Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, and Corda. Key Features Resolve common challenges and problems faced in the Blockchain domain Study architecture, concepts, terminologies, and Dapps Make smart choices using Blockchain for personal and business investments Book Description Blockchain Quick Reference takes you through the electrifying world of blockchain technology and is designed for those who want to polish their existing knowledge regarding the various pillars of the blockchain ecosystem. This book is your go-to guide, teaching you how to apply principles and ideas for making your life and business better. You will cover the architecture, Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs), tokens, smart contracts, and terminologies of the blockchain technology, before studying how they work. All you need is a curious mind to get started with blockchain technology. Once you have grasped the basics, you will explore components of Ethereum, such as ether tokens, transactions, and smart contracts, in order to build simple Dapps. You will then move on to learning why Solidity is used specifically for Ethereum-based projects, followed by exploring different types of blockchain with easy-to-follow examples. All this will help you tackle challenges and problems. By the end of this book, you will not only have solved current and future problems relating to blockchain technology but will also be able to build efficient decentralized applications. What you will learn Understand how blockchain architecture components work Acquaint yourself with cryptography and the mechanics behind blockchain Apply consensus protocol to determine the business sustainability Understand what ICOs and crypto-mining are and how they work Create cryptocurrency wallets and coins for transaction mechanisms Understand the use of Ethereum for smart contract and DApp development Who this book is for Blockchain Quick Reference is for you if you are a developer who wants to get well-versed with blockchain and its associated concepts and terminologies. You will explore the working mechanism of a decentralized application with the help of examples. Business leaders and blockchain enthusiasts will also find this book useful, as it will help you effectively address challenges and make better personal and business investments.