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These resources provide an introduction to the Cardano network and ecosystem.

Official Links

Get official information about Cardano, the roadmap, and the research behind the project.

• Cardano.org (opens in a new tab): Official Cardano website.
• Cardano Roadmap (opens in a new tab): 5-phase roadmap for Cardano's development.
• Research Library (opens in a new tab): Browse 200+ research papers behind the Cardano blockchain, or explore the top papers by era (opens in a new tab).

Intro Courses

Full courses to learn about Cardano.

• Blockchain Education Program by Cardano Foundation (opens in a new tab): An official Cardano course.
• Kaizen Crypto Cardano 101 Course (opens in a new tab): A full introduction series.

Intro Videos

Videos that explain the Cardano blockchain and what is being built on it.

• Charles Hoskinson Whiteboard (opens in a new tab): IOG Founder Charles Hoskinson explains Cardano in this classic video.
• How do you Explain the Mission of Cardano (opens in a new tab): Understand the positive impact mission of Cardano.
• Discover Cardano (opens in a new tab): A brief overview of how Cardano empowers individuals in the digital era, created by Stake with Robot.

Guides and Reports

These guides discuss the Cardano network, its ecosystem, and provide links to various useful resources.

• The Essential Cardano Guide to the Ecosystem (opens in a new tab): Guide from the Cardano Foundation about Cardano's ecosystem and initiatives.
• Reddit Guide to Getting Started with Cardano (opens in a new tab): The Cardano subreddit's guide to getting started on Cardano.

Cardano Books

Books about the Cardano network.

• Cardano For the M₳sses: A Financial Operating System for People who don’t have one (opens in a new tab)
• Cardano: The Essential Guide (opens in a new tab)
• Cardano 101: Understanding Cardano and its Financial Opportunities (opens in a new tab)
• Ultimate Cardano Smart Contracts: Unlock the Full Potential of the Cardano Blockchain by Developing Real-World Web 3.0 Projects (opens in a new tab)

Security Guides

Guides with actionable advice to protect crypto accounts and wallets.

• Digital Defense Open-Source Checklist (opens in a new tab): A thorough open-source collection of items about how to secure your devices, stay safe online, and protect your digital assets. You don't have to do everything here, working on the "essential" items will put your security ahead of most.
• Cardano Ninja (opens in a new tab): Important notices for things to watch out for and how to operate safely.
• How Secure Your Crypto Life, Avoid Scams & Protect Your Crypto Assets by Learn Cardano (opens in a new tab): Video from Learn Cardano explaining how to store your crypto, avoid scams, and use strong authentication.
• Getting Started: Basic Personal Cybersecurity for Everyone (3 Easy Tips) (opens in a new tab): Overview of the most important considerations when staying safe online.