Explore best practices for implementing secure end-to-end development of smart contracts in this 21-minute conference talk by TJ Connolly, an experienced Engineer at Fireblocks. Learn about the unique considerations for smart contracts on blockchain and how to apply traditional Web 2.0 DevSecOps practices to this emerging technology. Gain insights into smart contract fundamentals, advantages, security concerns, and the development pipeline. Discover key aspects such as authentication, authorization, access control, and rules implementation. Benefit from Connolly's decade-long expertise in cybersecurity and software development, as well as his active involvement in blockchain and decentralized finance. Conclude with a practical demonstration to reinforce the concepts discussed.

Syllabus

Introduction
What is a Smart Contract
Advantages of Smart Contracts
Security Concerns
How Smart Contracts Work
Smart Contract Pipeline
Authentication Authorization
Access Control
Rules and Controls
Demo