Course Description

Embark on an exciting journey into the world of blockchain-based identity management with our comprehensive course on Hyperledger Aries! This cutting-edge course focuses on empowering you to build secure, decentralized applications that leverage the power of digital trust. You'll dive deep into the Hyperledger Aries project, exploring its capabilities in creating interoperable digital identities rooted in blockchain technology. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to develop innovative solutions that address the pressing issues of data security, user privacy, and identity management in our increasingly digital world.

What Students Will Learn

• Build Trust over IP (ToIP) applications for real-world scenarios
• Develop Aries agent code for credential management
• Understand Hyperledger Indy and ledger usage in Aries agents
• Master the architecture and components of Aries agents
• Comprehend core Aries data exchange protocols
• Explore interoperability tools in the Aries community
• Understand DIDComm routing, mediators, and relays
• Get started with Aries mobile wallets
• Learn about production requirements in Aries environments
• Stay updated with current Aries developments and community involvement

Pre-requisites

• Knowledge of blockchain technology, cryptography, and public/private key pairs
• Familiarity with GitHub
• Knowledge of Linux command line
• Familiarity with Python
• Familiarity with Docker
• Recommended: Completion of "Introduction to Hyperledger Sovereign Identity Blockchain Solutions: Indy, Aries & Ursa (LFS172x)"

Course Coverage

• Introduction to blockchain-based decentralized identity management
• Overview of Hyperledger identity projects (Aries, Indy, AnonCreds, and Ursa)
• Deep dive into Hyperledger Aries and its applications
• Aries agent architecture and development
• Credential issuance, presentation, and verification
• Peer-to-peer messaging and secure communication channels
• Interoperability across administrative domains and applications
• DIDComm routing and mobile agent considerations
• Production planning and implementation
• Current trends and future developments in the Aries ecosystem

Who This Course Is For

This course is ideal for developers, IT professionals, and blockchain enthusiasts who want to gain expertise in building identity-focused applications using blockchain technology. It's perfect for those looking to contribute to the growing field of decentralized identity management and create innovative solutions for data security and user privacy.

Real-World Applications

• Developing secure digital identity solutions for businesses and organizations
• Creating tamper-proof systems for managing sensitive personal information
• Implementing blockchain-based verification systems for credentials and certifications
• Designing interoperable identity management solutions across different platforms
• Building privacy-preserving applications for healthcare, finance, and government sectors
• Contributing to open-source projects in the blockchain and identity management space
• Enhancing existing systems with decentralized identity features
• Consulting on digital identity and blockchain integration for enterprises

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