Understand Ethereum in plain English.
Why this program exists
Most people switch off at “smart contracts,” “gas,” and “NFTs.” This program strips it back: Ethereum isn’t just another coin — it’s a global computer for building money systems, apps, and organizations without permission.
What you’ll learn inside
- What Ethereum is (vs Bitcoin): programmable platform vs digital gold — different tools, different jobs.
- How it works (simply): smart contracts, gas fees, and Proof of Stake explained in first-principles language.
- Why it matters: DeFi, NFTs, DAOs, and stablecoins — the real uses that run on Ethereum today.
- Trade-offs: fees, scaling, UX, and competition — seen calmly and rationally.
Program structure
- What Ethereum Is — Plain English
- Gas, Proof of Stake, and Upgrades (L2s)
- Why It Matters: DeFi, NFTs, DAOs, Stablecoins — strengths, weaknesses, and the bigger picture
“Ethereum isn’t just money moving faster — it’s money with rules you can program. Learn it clearly, use it wisely, and ignore the buzzwords.”