RainBlock - Faster Transaction Processing in Public Blockchains

This course focuses on the RainBlock project, a public blockchain designed to enhance transaction throughput without altering the proof-of-work consensus mechanism. The course covers topics such as the limitations imposed by I/O bottlenecks on transaction processing in public blockchains, the architecture of RainBlock, and the distributed data structure used to store system state efficiently. By the end of the course, learners will understand how RainBlock enables miners to process a significantly higher number of transactions per second compared to traditional blockchain systems. The intended audience for this course includes individuals interested in blockchain technology, decentralized databases, and improving transaction processing efficiency in public blockchains.