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Introduction to Axelar (AXL)
Blockchain
Altcoins
This course offers a comprehensive overview of the Axelar network and its role in enabling secure cross-chain communication. Participants will learn how Axelar’s infrastructure supports interoperability across multiple blockchains, examine its core technologies, and understand the economic and governance structures that support its ongoing development. The course is designed for those seeking a structured understanding of multi-chain communication protocols and their application in real-world use cases.
About the Course
The course introduces Axelar as a protocol for cross-chain communication and smart contract interoperability. It covers the network’s architecture, virtual machine, tokenomics, governance mechanisms, and practical integrations across DeFi, wallets, real-world assets, and NFT platforms. The content is structured to guide learners through both the conceptual and technical layers of the network, providing the context required to understand Axelar’s functionality and strategic approach to interoperability.
What You Will Learn
- How Axelar enables cross-chain communication using validator-managed infrastructure and message passing
- The historical development of Axelar, including its founders, investors, and ecosystem milestones
- Key components of Axelar’s architecture, including the Delegated Proof-of-Stake system and threshold signing
- The role of the Axelar Virtual Machine (AVM) in supporting cross-chain smart contracts
- How the Interchain Amplifier and Interchain Token Service (ITS) connect new chains and enable token deployment
- How Axelarscan provides real-time visibility into network operations, validator activity, and transaction flow
- The utility of the AXL token in staking, governance, and cross-chain transaction fees
- How AXL token supply is allocated, vested, and governed to support long-term sustainability
- The governance structure used for decision-making on protocol upgrades, inflation, and economic parameters
- How Axelar is applied across real projects in DeFi, wallets, real-world asset platforms, and gaming infrastructure
Introduction to Axelar (AXL)
Pre-Course Information
Supported Languages
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English
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Bahasa Indonesia
日本語
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Suitable For
Intermediate
Instructors
Gate Learn
Official Team
Gate.io Exchange's educational platform covers a wide range of topics, including blockchain, popular projects, trading, finance, and more. It aims to provide those interested in the Web3 industry with the most comprehensive information possible to improve their knowledge.
Author
Piero Tozzi
Reviewer(s)
Shirley
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