Solidity
A high-level programming language for writing smart contracts on Ethereum.
What is Solidity?
Solidity is a statically typed, contract-oriented programming language designed for developing smart contracts on the Ethereum blockchain. It resembles JavaScript and is compiled into bytecode for execution on the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM). Solidity supports complex logic, including loops, conditionals, and inheritance, making it ideal for creating decentralized applications (dApps) and tokens (e.g., ERC-20, ERC-721). Its widespread adoption stems from Ethereum’s dominance, with tools like Remix and Hardhat facilitating development, testing, and deployment.
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