Teacher guide

Topic Goals:

Understand Programmatic Access to Blockchain: Recognize the importance of directly interacting with blockchain networks to read and write data.
Explore Tools for Blockchain Interactions: Familiarize with Web3.js, Ethers.js, and EVM, learning their roles in blockchain communication.
Develop Practical Skills for Data Retrieval: Configure a development environment, connect to Ethereum nodes, and implement code to read data from smart contracts (e.g., Uniswap token prices).
Gain Hands-On Experience with Data Transactions: Write code to send data to smart contracts, such as executing a token swap, and manage associated transaction costs and gas fees.
Evaluate and Reflect on Programmatic Blockchain Interactions: Test and verify data interactions for reliability, accuracy, and efficiency, including cost management and transaction validation.

Understanding Basic Blockchain Concepts:
- Knowledge of public and private key usage, the purpose of smart contracts, and the role of Ethereum as a programmable blockchain.
Basic Programming Skills:
- Experience with JavaScript or another language compatible with blockchain interaction libraries (e.g., Web3.js, Ethers.js).
Familiarity with Client-Server and Peer-to-Peer Communication Models:
- Understanding the differences between server-client and peer-to-peer topologies, including topology specifics, client and server roles, messaging routes, and real-world use cases.

Mastering Ethereum by Andreas M. Antonopoulos and Gavin Wood – Offers a comprehensive introduction to Ethereum, including smart contracts and programmatic interactions.
Ethereum Documentation (docs.ethhub.io) – Official documentation for Web3.js, Ethers.js, and interaction with the Ethereum blockchain.
Web3.js Documentation (web3js.readthedocs.io) – Covers all Web3.js methods, including contract interaction and transaction handling.
Ethers.js Documentation (docs.ethers.io) – Provides guides for setup, usage, and security practices in using Ethers.js.