DeFi University

3 modules · 12 lessons · about 3 hours

The Lightning Network

Learn how Lightning solves Bitcoin's scaling problem, set up a wallet, and send instant micropayments.

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Module 1: Why Lightning Exists

  1. 1Bitcoin's Scaling Problem10 minExercise
  2. 2The Bar Tab: Payment Channels10 minExercise
  3. 3Routing Payments9 minExercise
  4. 4HTLCs: Atomic Payments10 minExercise
  5. ?Module 1 quiz

Module 2: Using Lightning

  1. 5Lightning Wallets Compared10 minExercise
  2. 6Lightning Addresses9 minExercise
  3. 7Receiving Your First Payment9 minExercise
  4. 8Inbound Liquidity9 minExercise
  5. ?Module 2 quiz

Module 3: Lightning in Practice

  1. 9Lightning Service Providers9 minExercise
  2. 10Running Your Own Node8 minExercise
  3. 11Channel Management8 minExercise
  4. 12Lightning Security9 minExercise
  5. ?Module 3 quiz