Mastering Hyperledger Fabric. A one-stop solution to become Master in the Hyperledger Fabric Key Features Detailed Explanation of One way TLS and mutual TLS Detailed Explanation of docker sockets (docker.sock) Exposed functionalities of Fabric CLI’s and SDK’s Enterprise-level chaincode development A glimpse of Hyperledger Fabric 2.0 Advanced examples of Node and golang Fabric SDK Onboard new organization using Node.js SDK (No more CLI) CI/CD for chaincode (Install chaincode directly onto peers from GitHub using Node.js) Fabric setup explanation with Different real-time use cases Deployment of Hyperledger Fabric using docker swarm and Kubernetes Setup and configure caliper to check benchmarks Monitor consortium with Prometheus and grafana Monitor docker and docker swarm using swarmpit and logspout Logging consortium with ELK/EFK stack Some interesting open-source tools and some Bonus concepts Table of Contents Chapter1: Introduction to the Hyperledger Landscape Chapter2: The Disruptive Potential of TLS Chapter3: All about docker sockets Chapter4: Installation Guide Of Prerequisites Chapter5: All about fabric CLI Chapter6: All about SDK's (go lang and Node.js) Chapter7: Advanced Chaincode Development Chapter8: End to End fabric consortium with Solo consensus using docker with one use case Chapter9: End to End fabric Consortium with Kafka consensus using docker swarm with one use case Chapter10: End to End fabric Consortium with Raft consensus using Kubernetes with one use case Chapter11: Private Data Concepts, Consortium level ACL(Access Control Lists) and raft consensus mechanism Chapter12: Setup and Benchmark Blockchain Consortium Using Caliper Chapter13: Monitoring Consortium with Prometheus and grafana Chapter14: Logging Consortium with ELK Stack Chapter15: Glimpse of Hyperledger fabric 2.0 Chapter16: Some Interesting tools Who this Book is For This Book benefits Software Engineers who are ready to shift their focus to distributed technologies and Blockchain. This book provides a comprehensive view of Solution Architecture, so it will be easy for architects to architect their solution. CTO’s around the world want to add hyperledger fabric to their technology stack. Managers to cope up with the latest trend. Faculty Professors in order to get industry insights. Even Engineering Students who want to be ready with the latest technologies. Book Description Mastering Hyperledger Fabric is a craving topic for all Hyperledger Fabric Developers around the world. Hyperledger Fabric is an open-source project that helps organizations create and maintain permissioned distributed Blockchain consortiums. This book is for readers who are looking for Hyperledger offerings to build end-to-end projects with growing complexity and functionalities. This book will be a one-stop solution for all developers who want to build blockchain consortiums using Hyperledger Fabric. Topics include TLS, Unix sockets, caliper(Benchmark tool), raft consensus, advanced chaincode development, key collision and MVCC, chaincode access controls, chaincode encryption, node.js SDK, golang SDK, docker daemon API, private data concepts, onboarding organizations using node.js SDK, deploy hyperledger fabric using Kubernetes, deploy hyperledger fabric using docker swarm, monitoring hyperledger fabric, monitoring Kubernetes, monitoring docker swarm, logging hyperledger fabric. After reading this book the reader will be able to set up Production grade hyperledger fabric consortium using raft consensus mechanisms with monitoring using Prometheus and grafana, even logging. This book explains so many key concepts of hyperledger fabric including 2.0 and written with three years of hyperledger fabric production experience.

Learn to develop blockchain-based distributed ledgers and deploy a Hyperledger Fabric network with concrete exercises and examples Key FeaturesUpdated with the latest features and additions that come with Hyperledger Fabric 2Write your own smart contracts and services using Java and JavaScript on a Hyperledger Fabric networkDive into real-world blockchain challenges such as integration and scalabilityBook Description Blockchain with Hyperledger Fabric - Second Edition is a refreshed and extended version of the successful book on practical Hyperledger Fabric blockchain development. This edition includes many new chapters, alongside comprehensive updates and additions to the existing ones. Entirely reworked for Hyperledger Fabric version 2, this edition will bring you right up to date with the latest in blockchain. Using a real-world Trade Finance and Logistics example, with working code available on GitHub, you’ll really understand both how and why Hyperledger Fabric can be used to maximum effect. This book is your comprehensive guide and reference to explore and build blockchain networks using Hyperledger Fabric version 2. This edition of the book begins by outlining the evolution of blockchain, including an overview of relevant blockchain technologies. Starting from first principles, you’ll learn how to design and operate a permissioned blockchain network based on Hyperledger Fabric version 2. You will learn how to configure the main architectural components of a permissioned blockchain network including Peers, Orderers, Certificate Authorities, Channels, and Policies. You’ll then learn how to design, develop, package, and deploy smart contracts, and how they are subsequently used by applications. This edition also contains chapters on DevOps, blockchain governance, and security, making this your go-to book for Hyperledger Fabric version 2. What you will learnDiscover why blockchain is a technology and business game changerSet up blockchain networks using Hyperledger Fabric version 2Understand how to create decentralized applicationsLearn how to integrate blockchains with existing systemsWrite smart contracts and services quickly with Hyperledger Fabric and Visual Studio CodeDesign transaction models and smart contracts with Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, and GolangDeploy REST gateways to access smart contracts and understand how wallets maintain user identities for access controlMaintain, monitor, and govern your blockchain solutionsWho this book is for This book is designed in such a way that professionals from different areas including business leaders, technology leaders, blockchain application developers, and even beginners can benefit from it.

Learn about cryptography and cryptocurrencies, so you can build highly secure, decentralized applications and conduct trusted in-app transactions. Key Features Get to grips with the underlying technical principles and implementations of blockchain Build powerful applications using Ethereum to secure transactions and create smart contracts Explore cryptography, mine cryptocurrencies, and solve scalability issues with this comprehensive guide Book Description A blockchain is a distributed ledger that is replicated across multiple nodes and enables immutable, transparent and cryptographically secure record-keeping of transactions. The blockchain technology is the backbone of cryptocurrencies, and it has applications in finance, government, media and almost all other industries. Mastering Blockchain, Second Edition has been thoroughly updated and revised to provide a detailed description of this leading technology and its implementation in the real world. This book begins with the technical foundations of blockchain technology, teaching you the fundamentals of distributed systems, cryptography and how it keeps data secure. You will learn about the mechanisms behind cryptocurrencies and how to develop applications using Ethereum, a decentralized virtual machine. You will also explore different other blockchain solutions and get an introduction to business blockchain frameworks under Hyperledger, a collaborative effort for the advancement of blockchain technologies hosted by the Linux Foundation. You will also be shown how to implement blockchain solutions beyond currencies, Internet of Things with blockchain, blockchain scalability, and the future scope of this fascinating and powerful technology. What you will learn Master the theoretical and technical foundations of the blockchain technology Understand the concept of decentralization, its impact, and its relationship with blockchain technology Master how cryptography is used to secure data - with practical examples Grasp the inner workings of blockchain and the mechanisms behind bitcoin and alternative cryptocurrencies Understand the theoretical foundations of smart contracts Learn how Ethereum blockchain works and how to develop decentralized applications using Solidity and relevant development frameworks Identify and examine applications of the blockchain technology - beyond currencies Investigate alternative blockchain solutions including Hyperledger, Corda, and many more Explore research topics and the future scope of blockchain technology Who this book is for This book will appeal to those who wish to build fast, highly secure, transactional applications. It targets people who are familiar with the concept of blockchain and are comfortable with a programming language.

Develop a deeper understanding of what's under the hood of blockchain with this technical reference guide on one of the most disruptive modern technologies Key Features Updated with four new chapters on consensus algorithms, Ethereum 2.0, tokenization, and enterprise blockchains Learn about key elements of blockchain theory such as decentralization, cryptography, and consensus protocols Get to grips with Solidity, Web3, cryptocurrencies, smart contract development and solve scalability, security and privacy issues Discover the architecture of different distributed ledger platforms including Ethereum, Bitcoin, Hyperledger Fabric, Hyperledger Sawtooth, Corda and Quorum Book Description Blockchain is the backbone of cryptocurrencies, with applications in finance, government, media, and other industries. With a legacy of providing technologists with executable insights, this new edition of Mastering Blockchain is thoroughly revised and updated to the latest blockchain research with four new chapters on consensus algorithms, Serenity (the update that will introduce Ethereum 2.0), tokenization, and enterprise blockchains. This book covers the basics, including blockchain's technical underpinnings, cryptography and consensus protocols. It also provides you with expert knowledge on decentralization, decentralized application development on Ethereum, Bitcoin, alternative coins, smart contracts, alternative blockchains, and Hyperledger. Further, you will explore blockchain solutions beyond cryptocurrencies such as the Internet of Things with blockchain, enterprise blockchains, tokenization using blockchain, and consider the future scope of this fascinating and disruptive technology. By the end of this book, you will have gained a thorough comprehension of the various facets of blockchain and understand their potential in diverse real-world scenarios. What you will learn Grasp the mechanisms behind Bitcoin, Ethereum, and alternative cryptocurrencies Understand cryptography and its usage in blockchain Understand the theoretical foundations of smart contracts Develop decentralized applications using Solidity, Remix, Truffle, Ganache and Drizzle Identify and examine applications of blockchain beyond cryptocurrencies Understand the architecture and development of Ethereum 2.0 Explore research topics and the future scope of blockchain Who this book is for If you are a technologist, business executive, a student or an enthusiast who wishes to explore the fascinating world of blockchain technology, smart contracts, decentralized applications and distributed systems then this book is for you. Basic familiarity with a beginner-level command of a programming language would be a plus.

Build secure private blockchain networks to handle mission-critical security challenges such as denial-of-service attacks, user wallets, and pool mining attacks Key FeaturesExplore blockchain concepts such as cryptography, consensus algorithms, and security assumptionsArchitect network security for mission-critical decentralized apps (Dapps) using design security considerationsConsider various deployment and operational aspects while building a blockchain networkBook Description Blockchain adoption has extended from niche research to everyday usage. However, despite the blockchain revolution, one of the key challenges faced in blockchain development is maintaining security, and this book will demonstrate the techniques for doing this. You’ll start with blockchain basics and explore various blockchain attacks on user wallets, and denial of service and pool mining attacks. Next, you’ll learn cryptography concepts, consensus algorithms in blockchain security, and design principles while understanding and deploying security implementation guidelines. You’ll not only cover architectural considerations, but also work on system and network security and operational configurations for your Ethereum and Hyperledger Fabric network. You’ll later implement security at each level of blockchain app development, understanding how to secure various phases of a blockchain app using an example-based approach. You’ll gradually learn to securely implement and develop decentralized apps, and follow deployment best practices. Finally, you’ll explore the architectural components of Hyperledger Fabric, and how they can be configured to build secure private blockchain networks. By the end of this book, you’ll have learned blockchain security concepts and techniques that you can implement in real blockchain production environments. What you will learnUnderstand blockchain consensus algorithms and security assumptionsDesign secure distributed applications and smart contractsUnderstand how blockchains manage transactions and help to protect wallets and private keysPrevent potential security threats that can affect distributed ledger technologies (DLTs) and blockchainsUse pentesting tools for assessing potential flaws in Dapps and smart contractsAssess privacy compliance issues and manage sensitive data with blockchainWho this book is for This book is for blockchain developers, security professionals, and Ethereum and Hyperledger developers who are looking to implement security in blockchain platforms and ensure secure data management using an example-driven approach. Basic knowledge of blockchain concepts will be beneficial.

Blockchain technology continues to disrupt a wide variety of organizations, from small businesses to the Fortune 500. Today hundreds of blockchain networks are in production, including many built with Hyperledger Fabric. This practical guide shows developers how the latest version of this blockchain infrastructure provides an ideal foundation for developing enterprise blockchain applications or solutions. Authors Matt Zand, Xun Wu, and Mark Anthony Morris demonstrate how the versatile design of Hyperledger Fabric 2.0 satisfies a broad range of industry use cases. Developers with or without previous Hyperledger experience will discover why no other distributed ledger technology framework enjoys such wide adoption by cloud service providers such as Amazon, Alibaba, IBM, Google, and Oracle. Walk through the architecture and components of Hyperledger Fabric 2.0 Migrate your current Hyperledger Fabric projects to version 2.0 Develop blockchain applications on the Hyperledger platform with Node.js Deploy and integrate Hyperledger on Amazon Managed Blockchain, IBM Cloud, and Oracle Cloud Develop blockchain applications with Hyperledger Aries, Avalon, Besu, and Grid Build end-to-end blockchain supply chain applications with Hyperledger

Learn quick and effective techniques for developing blockchain-based distributed ledgers with ease Key FeaturesDiscover why blockchain is a game changer in the technology landscapeSet up blockchain networks using Hyperledger FabricWrite smart contracts at speed with Hyperledger ComposerBook Description Blockchain and Hyperledger are open source technologies that power the development of decentralized applications. This Learning Path is your helpful reference for exploring and building blockchain networks using Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, and Hyperledger Composer. Blockchain Development with Hyperledger will start off by giving you an overview of blockchain and demonstrating how you can set up an Ethereum development environment for developing, packaging, building, and testing campaign-decentralized applications. You'll then explore the de facto language Solidity, which you can use to develop decentralized applications in Ethereum. Following this, you'll be able to configure Hyperledger Fabric and use it to build private blockchain networks and applications that connect to them. Toward the later chapters, you'll learn how to design and launch a network, and even implement smart contracts in chain code. By the end of this Learning Path, you'll be able to build and deploy your own decentralized applications by addressing the key pain points encountered in the blockchain life cycle. This Learning Path includes content from the following Packt products: Blockchain Quick Start Guide by Xun (Brian) Wu and Weimin SunHands-On Blockchain with Hyperledger by Nitin Gaur et al.What you will learnUnderstand why decentralized applications are necessaryDevelop and test a decentralized application with Hyperledger Fabric and Hyperledger ComposerWrite and test a smart contract using SolidityDesign transaction models and chain code with GolangDeploy the Composer REpresentational State Transfer (REST) Gateway to access Composer transactionsMaintain, monitor, and manage your blockchain solutionsWho this book is for This Learning Path is designed for blockchain developers who want to build decentralized applications and smart contracts from scratch using Hyperledger. Basic familiarity with or exposure to any programming language will be useful to get started with this course.