MODULE 3

Running a Full Node

Running your own full node is the most powerful step toward genuine Bitcoin sovereignty. A full node allows you to verify every transaction and every block yourself, without trusting anyone else.

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What You'll Learn

Full Node Fundamentals

Understand validation, the difference between SPV and full nodes, and how nodes enforce the 21M supply.

Hardware Selection

Choose the right hardware for your node setup, from Raspberry Pi to enterprise-grade servers.

Bitcoin Core Installation

Step-by-step installation including GPG verification, hash checking, and configuration.

Wallet Integration

Connect Sparrow Wallet and other clients to your node via local RPC or Tor.

Lightning Network Basics

Get an overview of payment channels and the Lightning Network ecosystem.

Lesson Breakdown

1

What Is a Full Node and Why Run One?

Deep dive into node validation, the philosophy of not trusting third parties, and how your node enforces the 21M hard cap.

Validation SPV vs Full Nodes 21M Enforcement Node Distribution
2

Hardware Selection

Explore hardware options from Raspberry Pi to dedicated servers. Learn about Umbrel and Start9 node packages.

Raspberry Pi Umbrel Start9 SSD Requirements
3

Installing Bitcoin Core

Complete installation guide including GPG verification, SHA256 validation, initial block download, and bitcoin.conf setup.

GPG Verification SHA256 Hash Initial Block Download bitcoin.conf
4

Connecting Your Wallet to Your Node

Learn to connect Sparrow Wallet and other clients. Explore local RPC, Tor connection, and running Electrum Server.

Sparrow Wallet Local RPC Tor Connection Electrum Server
5

Lightning Network Overview

Introduction to payment channels, LND/CLN implementations, and channel management for faster transactions.

Payment Channels LND/CLN Channel Management Onion Routing

What's Included

Lifetime Access

Access the course forever. New updates included at no extra cost.

5 Comprehensive Lessons

Deep dives into each core topic with expert analysis and context.

Hands-On Exercises

Practical activities to set up and test your own node configuration.

Diagrams & Illustrations

Professional visuals showing node architecture and network connections.

Downloadable Study Guide

Reference material, configuration templates, and troubleshooting guides.

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Clear-eyed analysis of what makes Bitcoin unique

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Module 4: Cold Storage & Hardware Wallets

Hands-on setup of secure storage