Learning path
On-Chain Research
Learn to use a blockchain's own public data to research assets and protocols directly.
Who it's for: People who already understand basic crypto concepts and want to research using real on-chain data.
6 steps · ~26 min of guided reading, plus research and tool steps
What you'll learn
- • Explain why on-chain analysis is possible and what it can and can't reveal.
- • Read a block explorer to verify a transaction independently.
- • Interpret whale wallet movements and exchange flow metrics with appropriate caution.
- • Use on-chain data as part of researching a DeFi protocol.
- 1Guide
5 min read
Introduction to On-Chain Analysis
Start with what on-chain analysis is and why it's possible.
- 2Guide
5 min read
How to Read a Block Explorer
Learn the practical tool used to view a blockchain's public data directly.
- 3Guide
5 min read
Reading Whale Wallet Movements
Understand what large-wallet tracking can and can't reasonably tell you.
- 4Guide
5 min read
Understanding Exchange Flow Metrics
Learn a commonly referenced on-chain sentiment indicator and its real limitations.
- 5Guide
6 min read
Using On-Chain Data to Research a Protocol
Apply on-chain research to evaluating a DeFi protocol's real activity.
- 6
Understanding On-Chain Analytics Metrics
Deepen your understanding with Kaavon's research overview of on-chain metrics.