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#1about 3 minutes
Using blockchain for humanitarian aid in Afghanistan
The HesabPay project uses blockchain to create a payment network for underbanked populations facing cash shortages.
#2about 7 minutes
Understanding blockchain and its role in Web3
Blockchain is a decentralized, tamper-evident digital ledger that provides the infrastructure for Web3's focus on user ownership.
#3about 2 minutes
Locating blockchain on the Gartner Hype Cycle
Many blockchain technologies are moving past the "trough of disillusionment" and are now maturing towards the "plateau of productivity."
#4about 6 minutes
Key features and benefits of the Algorand blockchain
Algorand offers a quantum-secure, single-layer blockchain with instant finality, high throughput, low fees, and native platform features.
#5about 3 minutes
Introducing AlgoKit for Python and TypeScript developers
AlgoKit is a comprehensive toolset that simplifies development with a CLI, a compiler for Python/TypeScript to TEAL, and utility libraries.
#6about 9 minutes
Live demo of setting up and deploying a smart contract
A live coding demonstration shows how to initialize a project, review the Python smart contract code, and deploy it locally using AlgoKit.
#7about 3 minutes
Live demo of inspecting transactions with a block explorer
The local block explorer, Dora, allows developers to inspect transactions, accounts, and smart contract interactions on their local network.
#8about 9 minutes
Exploring real-world use cases and code examples
Review practical applications like payment networks and real estate tokenization, with code snippets for creating payments and assets.
#9about 5 minutes
The future of web payments and how to get started
Learn about the emerging trend of native HTTP-based payments and find resources like workshops and documentation to begin developing.
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