Certified Blockchain Solutions Architect (CBSA)
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Prepare for the Certified Blockchain Solutions Architect (CBSA) exam from the Blockchain Training Alliance. Learn how to plan blockchain solutions with Hyperledger and Ethereum in 5 hours 17 minutes of video.
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This Certified Blockchain Solutions Architect (CBSA) course prepares you for the CBSA certification from the Blockchain Training Alliance. It is for IT staff, developers and business leaders who need to plan and explain blockchain solutions for real organisations. You get 5 hours 17 minutes of self-paced training across 54 video lessons.
What you will learn
- Explain what a blockchain is and name its key parts
- Use the core blockchain terms with confidence
- Compare proof systems such as proof of work and proof of stake
- Tell public, private and permissioned blockchains apart and pick the right one
- Understand how cryptography and mining keep a ledger safe
- Describe how smart contracts work and where they fit
- Outline how Hyperledger Fabric and chaincode work, including a deployment on AWS
- Explain the Ethereum Virtual Machine and how Ethereum apps are built
- Match blockchain designs to enterprise use cases
Course outline: CBSA
- Certified Blockchain Solutions Architect overview: what a CBSA does and how the exam objectives are set out.
- Blockchain 101 terms and components: what a blockchain is, its language and its building blocks.
- Exam objectives: proof systems, cryptocurrency, blockchain types, cryptography, mining, smart contracts and enterprise uses.
- Hyperledger: the Hyperledger project, Fabric, chaincode and running Hyperledger on AWS.
- Ethereum: an Ethereum overview, the EVM, blockchain browsers and building on Ethereum.
- Course closeout: a review of key points and tips for exam day.
Who this course is for
- Solutions architects who are asked to design blockchain systems
- Developers who want a wider view of blockchain design choices
- IT professionals moving into blockchain projects
- Business and project leaders who need to judge blockchain proposals
- Anyone planning to sit the CBSA exam
- Consultants who advise clients on whether blockchain is the right fit
Before you start
You should already have a basic idea of what a blockchain is. You do not need to be a coder or a maths expert. Some general IT knowledge will help you follow the Hyperledger and Ethereum lessons. The course moves from basic terms to platform detail, so you can build up your knowledge step by step. If you are new to the subject, take your time on the Blockchain 101 module before you move on.
About the CBSA exam
The CBSA is issued by the Blockchain Training Alliance. It shows that you understand how blockchain works and can choose and plan the right blockchain design for a business need. It is vendor neutral, so it covers several platforms rather than one product. Check the Blockchain Training Alliance website for the latest exam details before you book. The course ends with a closeout module that reviews the key points and gives tips for exam day. Use the 20 practice questions to check your progress before you sit the real exam.
Jobs this course supports
- Blockchain Solutions Architect
- Blockchain Developer
- Blockchain Consultant
- Blockchain Project Manager
- Enterprise Architect
- Cryptocurrency Analyst
| Skill level | Intermediate |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5 Hours 17 Minutes |
| Videos | 54 Course Videos |
| Questions | 20 Test Questions |
| Certification | Certified Blockchain Solutions Architect (CBSA) |
| Certification body | Blockchain Training Alliance |
| Prerequisites | A basic grasp of what a blockchain is and how it is used. |
| Best for | Solutions architects, developers, IT professionals, business leaders, enterprise architects |
| Topics covered | Blockchain terms and parts, Proof systems, Public and private blockchains, Cryptography and mining, Smart contracts, Hyperledger Fabric, Ethereum and the EVM |
| Format | Online video lessons, self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Closed captions | Yes |
| Certificate | StemBoss Certificate of Completion |
What is inside this course
6 modules and 54 lessons. Here is the full outline.
Module 1: Certified Blockchain Solutions Architect Overview4 lessons
- 1.1 Module 1 Introduction
- 1.2 What is a CBSA
- 1.3 Exam Questions
- 1.4 Exam Objectives
Module 2: Blockchain 101 Terminology and Components4 lessons
- 2.1 Module 2 Introduction
- 2.2 What is a Blockchain
- 2.3 Blockchain Terminology
- 2.4 Blockchain Key Components
Module 3: Exam Objectives30 lessons
- 3.1 Module 3 Introduction
- 3.2 Proof of Work, Proof of Stake, Other Proof Systems
- 3.3 Why Cryptocurrency is Needed
- 3.4 Public, Private, and Permissioned Blockchains
- 3.5 How Blocks are Written to a Blockchain
- 3.6 Block Activity Demo
- 3.7 Transactions Whiteboard
- 3.8 Cryptography
- 3.9 LTC Wallet Demo
- 3.10 Database or Blockchain
- 3.11 Public Blockchain Common Uses
- 3.12 Private & Permissioned Blockchain Common Uses
- 3.13 Launching Your Own Blockchain
- 3.14 Segwits and Forks
- 3.15 Mining
- 3.16 Byzantine Fault Tolerance
- 3.17 Consensus Among Blockchains
- 3.18 Hasing
- 3.19 Anders Hashing Demo
- 3.20 Security in Blockchain
- 3.21 Smart Contracts and dApps
- 3.22 History of Blockchain
- 3.23 Blockchain Programming Languages
- 3.24 Common Testing and Deployment Practices
- 3.25 Metamask Demo
- 3.26 Value Creation
- 3.27 Blockchain Architecture
- 3.28 Corda Blockchain Architecture Whiteboard
- 3.29 Enterprise Blockchains
- 3.30 Bitcoin Improvement Protocols
Module 4: Hyperledger6 lessons
- 4.1 Module 4 Introduction
- 4.2 Hyperledger Project
- 4.3 Hyperledger Fabric
- 4.4 Hyperledger Chaincode
- 4.5 Hyperledger Fabric Whiteboard
- 4.6 Hyperledger Fabric on AWS Demo
Module 5: Ethereum6 lessons
- 5.1 Module 5 Introduction
- 5.2 Ethereum Overview
- 5.3 Ethereum EVM
- 5.4 Ethereum Browsers
- 5.5 Ethereum Development
- 5.6 Etherscan Demo
Module 6: Course Closeout4 lessons
- 6.1 Module 6 Introduction
- 6.2 Summary Review
- 6.3 Taking the CBSA Exam
- 6.4 Practice Question
Your learning path
Where Certified Blockchain Solutions Architect (CBSA) fits. Build your skills one step at a time.
Frequently asked questions
Who issues the CBSA certification?
The Certified Blockchain Solutions Architect certification is issued by the Blockchain Training Alliance. It is vendor neutral, so it is not tied to one blockchain product.
Do I need to know how to code to take this course?
No. The course focuses on design choices, terms and use cases. Some general IT knowledge will help in the Hyperledger and Ethereum modules.
Which blockchain platforms does the course cover?
It covers Hyperledger, including Fabric and chaincode, and Ethereum, including the Ethereum Virtual Machine. It also shows Hyperledger running on AWS.
What is the difference between CBSA and CBDH?
CBSA is about planning and choosing blockchain solutions. The Certified Blockchain Developer Hyperledger course is hands-on and focuses on writing and deploying chaincode.
How long is the CBSA course?
The course runs for 5 hours 17 minutes across 54 video lessons, and it includes 20 practice test questions.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. You get a StemBoss Certificate of Completion when you finish the course.
Can I get a refund?
Yes, within 14 days if you have completed less than 20% of the course. See our refund policy for details. Read the refund policy.
