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DeFi Introduction: Decentralized Finance With Cryptocurrency
Rating: 4.6 out of 5(18 ratings)
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DeFi Introduction: Decentralized Finance With Cryptocurrency

Learn the basics of DeFi: yield farming, staking, liquidity pools, and where Bitcoin and Ethereum fit into it
Created byAlex Genadinik
Last updated 5/2026
English

What you'll learn

  • Become fluent in DeFi basics
  • How decentralized exchanges (DEXs) work (Uniswap, Jupiter, etc.)
  • Introduction to lending/borrowing on platforms like Aave and Compound
  • Gain a comfort navigating concepts like smart contracts, wallets, DEXs, tokens, stablecoins

Course content

6 sections • 24 lectures • 1h 41m total length

  • Introduction and welcome1:19

    Explore decentralized finance with cryptocurrency by learning key terms like smart contracts and staking, then apply DeFi basics to earn money through practical strategies in about one hour.

  • Disclaimer before we start0:25
  • What is CeFi (Centralized Finance) and the problems with CeFi4:50

    Explore centralized finance (CeFi) and its pros and cons, from central banks and access barriers to stability, speed, and security, and set the stage for introducing decentralized finance (DeFi).

  • What is DeFi6:47
  • What is Fiat currency4:45

    Define fiat currency as government issued, not commodity backed, with value from public trust and legal tender. Explain how money supply drives inflation and its advantages and disadvantages.

  • What are decentralized exchanges (DEXs)5:09

    Discover decentralized exchanges (dex) as crypto-to-crypto marketplaces using smart contracts and liquidity pools, offering anonymity and lower fees than centralized exchanges like Coinbase, with caution about bugs and riskier tokens.

Requirements

  • There are no prerequisites for this course, just a love for learning, and an open mind.

Description

This beginner-friendly course gives you a clear and practical understanding of Decentralized Finance (DeFi), which is a fast-growing movement that's transforming traditional banking, investing, and lending.

You’ll learn how to use decentralized apps (dApps) without needing a bank or broker. By the end of the course, you’ll know how to safely explore DeFi tools, earn passive income through staking and liquidity pools, and understand how protocols like Uniswap, Aave, and Compound work.


What you’ll learn:


  • What is DeFi and how it differs from traditional finance

  • Key concepts: smart contracts, wallets, DEXs, tokens, stablecoins

  • How to use Metamask and Phantom wallets to access DeFi platforms

  • How decentralized exchanges (DEXs) work (Uniswap, Jupiter, etc.)

  • Introduction to lending/borrowing on platforms like Aave and Compound

  • Yield farming and staking: how users earn rewards

  • Risks, scams, and best security practices in DeFi

  • How to track your portfolio and stay updated

Who this course is for:


  • Beginners interested in crypto and blockchain technology

  • Investors looking to diversify into DeFi opportunities

  • Tech-savvy learners curious about Web3 and the future of finance

  • Anyone who wants to learn how to earn passive income through DeFi

No prior crypto experience needed. You’ll get step-by-step guidance, simple explanations, and hands-on examples.

Invest in your future! Enroll today!

Who this course is for:

  • This topic is important for everyone. DeFi is the finance of the future!

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