This project simulates a basic blockchain and cryptocurrency system. It demonstrates the core functionalities of a blockchain, including block creation, mining, and validation. Each block contains an index, a hash of the previous block, a list of transactions, a timestamp, and a nonce for proof-of-work. The project is implemented in C++ and uses OpenSSL for cryptographic hashing. This simulation provides an educational example of how blockchain technology underpins cryptocurrencies, showcasing key concepts such as decentralization, immutability, and consensus.
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├── blockchain-and-cryptocurrency/ - source code
├── pkgs_installed/ - folder to store installed packages
├── storage/ - folder to store package archives
├── tests/ - contains testcases
├── vcpkg/ - contains vcpkg package manager
├── tests/ - folder to store the installed packages
├── .gitignore - ignore files, folders, etc. for version control
├── CMakeLists.txt - configurations for cmake buildsystem
├── CMakePresets.json - settings for cmake buildsystem
├── COPYRIGHT - project copyright
└── README.md - relevant information about the project
- Mine a block
- Get the entire chain
- Check validity of the Blockchain
- Add a transaction
- Connect to a single node
- Reset the chain
- Clone the project:
git clone https://github.com/CH6832/blockchain-and-cryptocurrency.git- Navigate into root folder:
cd blockchain-and-cryptocurrency- Run the application.
- CPlusPlus
- Editor
- Markdwon
This project is licensed under the terms of the GPL v3.
See the LICENSE file for copyright and licensing details.