Midnight is a privacy-first blockchain built on zero-knowledge proofs, a dual-ledger architecture, and auditable private smart contracts—delivering both strong data protection and regulatory alignment. It provides the foundation for real-world, enterprise-grade privacy applications. This course begins with essential blockchain concepts—consensus, cryptography, and smart contract fundamentals—and then guides you into advanced topics including ZKPs, Midnight’s architecture, and its NIGHT/DUST token system. You’ll gain a complete understanding from core principles to modern privacy technology.