# What is Solidity?

Solidity is a high-level programming language designed specifically for writing smart contracts that run on the EVM. Some important aspects of Solidity include:

* **Syntax:** Solidity's syntax is similar to JavaScript, making it relatively accessible for developers familiar with web development languages.
* **Static Typing:** Solidity is statically typed, meaning types are determined at compile-time, helping catch errors early in the development process.
* **Object-Oriented:** It supports features of object-oriented programming like inheritance, libraries, and complex user-defined types.
* **Smart Contracts:** Solidity allows developers to define and deploy smart contracts on the Ethereum blockchain. These contracts can include various functions and data structures, enabling complex interactions and transactions.
* **Community and Ecosystem:** As the primary language for Ethereum smart contracts, Solidity has a large community and a wealth of resources, libraries, and tools for developers.

Together, the EVM and Solidity enable the creation and execution of decentralized applications (dApps) on the Ethereum network, facilitating a wide range of blockchain-based functionalities.

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