In our course, we explain how to go from an idea to a solution using blockchain-based technologies. Through examples, we demonstrate what makes a blockchain-based project unique and how blockchain can aid in the realization of business ideas. Through a review of business use cases and blockchain solution patterns, we will provide an in-depth look at how blockchain can be helpful, whether it i’s for distributed data storage, multi-partner collaboration, integrating existing systems, or process redesign and digitisation.

Starting from the ideas brought forward by the participants, we analyse and further refine them together, leading to a high-level project plan.

The course is offered by BME, KIFÜ, and EIT Digital in the framework of the SME4DD EU project. Additional blockchain courses are also available throughout the project, focusing on project management, IT design and development, and systems engineering perspectives.

We present the main types and options of blockchain projects, from building your own prototype to integrating into large supply chains.

BME trainers leading the courses are Dr. Imre Kocsis and Dr. László Gönczy, members of the Critical Systems Research Group of the Department of Measurement and Information Systems. The research group has an international track record in blockchain research and development; the university is an active member of the Hyperledger project established by the Linux Foundation and the Hungarian Blockchain Coalition.

Dr. Imre Kocsis is an Associate Professor at the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Systems Engineering of the Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME). His key research areas are the systems engineering and end-to-end resilience assurance of blockchain-based applications.
He is leading the participation of BME in the Hyperledger Foundation and leads the Education Workgroup of the Hungarian Blockchain Coalition.

Dr. László Gönczy is an Associate Professor in the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Systems Engineering of the Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME). He has experience in business modelling, industry-oriented R&D projects as well as teaching at executive courses for professionals and is the development lead of the EDGE-Skills EU project for large-scale experimentation for trusted data sharing.

What will the course prepare you for?

The course is recommended for those planning to implement blockchain-based projects or who just want to get an overview and understanding of how an idea can be realized on blockchain: