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Introduction to Blockchain


KKU

About this course

Explore the principles of blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, smart contracts with Chitsutha Soomlek, Khon Kaen University’s prosperous faculty from the College of Computing. And learn how blockchain technology will change the future for all of us.

Instructors

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Chitsutha Soomlek

Ph.D., Assistant Professor, College of Computing, Khon Kaen University

Chitsutha Soomlek is an instructor at the College of Computing, Khon Kaen University. She received her Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering from KMITL, Master of Applied Science in Electronic Systems Engineering, and Doctor of Philosophy in Electronic Systems Engineering from the University of Regina, Canada. She is a specialist in software engineering and computer and network security.


Featuring

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Apichai Ruangsiripiyakul

Co-Founder and CEO of Ivarex Pte., Ltd.

Apichai Ruangsiripiyakul’s motto is “Make Your Ideas Come to Life.” He is the CEO of tech companies, i.e. Think Technology, Terosoft Capital Group, and Ivarex. He specializes in blockchain, smart contracts, and Metaverse, He is also a website and mobile application developer, as well as the authors of many inspiring AR books for children.


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David W. Jia

Ph.D. Technologist, Serial Entrepreneur

Dr. David Jia was educated at MIT, Stanford, and the University of Oxford and he holds degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science, Cryptography, Statistics, Neuroscience and Biological and Medical Sciences. He founded UpKast Inc., a cloud computing and big data company, which won the MIT $100K Entrepreneurship Award in Web and IT. Later, he co-founded BookedBy Inc., which became a global company. He served as the CTO of Kairos Society, a non-profit organization consisting of the largest international network of entrepreneurs worldwide. He currently focuses on building and investing in blockchain, crypto technology, and Web3.


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Dechowat Promda M.D.

M.D., CEO, Health TAG; Managing Director, Medicense Intelligence

Dechowat Promda is founder and CEO of HealthTAG who uses blockchain technology to connect to international databases of health to deliver electronic health information. Dechowat has extensive experience in the fields of bioinformatics and precision medicine, blockchain and deep technology, and autonomous learning in the field of health informatics. Dechowat was the special lecturer in Blockchain and Health Data and special instructor in Introduction to Blockchain.


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Kitt Tientanopajai

Ph.D., Faculty of Engineering, Khon Kaen University

Kitt Tientanopajai is an expert in open source, free software, computer networks, and computer security. He is the Director of the Office of Digital Technology at Khon Kaen University in addition to being a lecturer at the Computer Engineering division of the Faculty of Engineering.


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Paradorn Saemapetch

Digital Artist Faculty of Fine And Applied Arts, Khon Kaen University

Paradorn Saemapetch is an Academic Artist anda well-known sticker maker on the Line app. He creates digital painting and possesses strong abilities in digital art and product design for games and software.


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Ruamporn Siratanapanta

Deputy CEO of Business and Strategy, Bitkub Online

Ruamporn Siratanapanta is a specialist on Mental Health, Digital transaction, e-Commerce, and Business strategy. Master of Business Administration from Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. Ruamporn has a wealth of expertise working with multinational corporations, including BeeTalk, SEA (Singapore, Thailand), and Bitkub at the moment.


Learning outcomes

  • To understand the basics of how cryptocurrency works.
  • To understand the components of blockchain technology, how it works, the difference between blockchain databases, and applications of blockchain technology.
  • To understand the basics of smart contracts and its application.
  • Target Learners

  • Anyone who is interested in understanding blockchain technology and its applications.
  • Level

    Introductory

    Length

    4 Hours

    Learning Methods Media

    4 Hours

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