Getting started with the new Facebook Libra programming language
Getting started with the new Facebook Libra programming language
Facebook launched a new cryptocurrency called Libra todayFacebook revealed it's new global cryptocurrency and programming environment called Libra. Libra will let you buy things or send money to people with nearly zero fees. Most of it is early days hype since it’s too early to tell how good it is.Facebook also gave us some code to play with, so let’s give it a try. We will dive into the technical parts. If you’d like to skip the programming, check out of the above TechCrunch article instead. If you’re new to cryptocurrencies, I suggest reading the “The Basics of Bitcoins and Blockchains: An Introduction to Cryptocurrencies and the Technology that Powers Them” book.Libra’s mission is to enable a simple global currency and financial infrastructure that empowers billions of people.