Heard of these but don't really know what they are?
What is a blockchain?
Understand what blockchains are, how they work, and why they matter. What sorts of things can be built on-chain?
What are NFTs?
More than digital art, non fungible tokens are a new way to prove authenticity and ownership on the internet.
What is DeFi?
Decentralized finance makes it possible for groups of people to create and use complex financial services– without a bank.
You will learn about and actually use web3 with hands-on activities.

Meet your instructor
Paul Canetti
Paul Canetti is an entrepreneur, educator, and futurist. He is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Business at Columbia Business School in the MBA program, where he lectures on product management and strategy, user experience, and emerging technologies like the metaverse and web3.
Full Instructor BioCurriculum
Part 1
Class 1
Bitcoin and Blockchains
Topics
- What is web3
- Decentralization
- Blockchain
- Bitcoin
Hands-on activities
- Buy Bitcoin
Class 2
Ethereum and Beyond
Topics
- Cryptocurrencies
- Ethereum
- Smart Contracts
- Wallets
- Layer 1 vs. Layer 2
Hands-on activities
- Buy Ethereum
- Create a Wallet
Class 3
NFTs
Topics
- NFTs
- Digital Art
- ENS
- Identity
- Other Use Cases
Hands-on activities
- Send Crypto
- Buy an NFT
Part 2
Coming Soon*
Class 4
DeFi and Exchanges
Topics
- DeFi
- Exchanges
- Stablecoins
- Scams/Legal/Regulation
Hands-on activities
- Swapping Tokens
Class 5
DAOs and Gaming
Topics
- Gaming and Metaverse
- DAOs
- Use Cases
- Legal/Regulation
Hands-on activities
- Visit the Metaverse
- Join a DAO
Class 6
Business Models
Topics
- Network Incentives
- Marketplaces
- Creator Economy
- Airdrops / Grants
- Play to Earn
- Closing Remarks
Hands-on activities
- Decentralized Future
The total course length will be
6 classes
25+ lessons
5+ hours of video lecture
1+ hour of hands-on activities
*Part 2 is still in production and will be made available in the fall of 2022. Those who purchase Part 1 at the Special Early Bird Price will receive Part 2 at no additional cost.
What my students have to say.
Real former students who have landed their dream jobs in tech.

"I use the learnings and principles from Paul's classes today in my role working at Google. "
Marshay Clarke

"It is awesome to learn from somebody who had experience launching his own successful businesses and products."
William Hui
Apple

"Paul helped me discover my passion for product, while giving me the skills required to pursue it professionally."
J.C. Diaz
Disney
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