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Phase 1: Core Solana Mechanics
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Before writing a single line of program code, you need an airtight mental model of how Solana works under the hood. This phase builds that foundation — covering the six core innovations that let Solana achieve 400ms slots and sub-cent fees: PoH, Tower BFT, Turbine, Gulf Stream, Sealevel, and Cloudbreak.
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Original paper — read sections 1–4 first. The PoH formulation is the key insight.
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Best single article covering the full tx lifecycle and all 8 innovations. Read before the whitepaper.
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Cluster overview, leader rotation, vote accounts — official reference.
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Deep dive into slots, epochs, block time, and confirmation mechanics.
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Original talk where Anatoly explains PoH — 18 minutes, essential viewing.
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Interactive examples for accounts, programs, transactions.