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Solidity Meaning

Solidity is a high-level, object-oriented programming language designed specifically for writing "Smart Contracts" on the Ethereum blockchain and other EVM-compatible networks. Influenced by C++, Python, and JavaScript, it is the most widely used language in the blockchain industry, powering billions of dollars in "DeFi" and "NFT" value.The language is "Statically Typed," meaning that the type of every variable (like "Integer" or "Address") must be defined at compile-time.

This helps catch bugs before the code is deployed. Solidity's most unique feature is its focus on "State Variables," which are permanently stored on the blockchain.

When a function in Solidity is called, it can change these variables, resulting in a permanent "State Change" that is verified by every node on the network.Despite its popularity, Solidity has been criticized for its "Steep Learning Curve" and its potential for "Foot-guns"-code patterns that seem safe but lead to vulnerabilities like "Reentrancy." This has led to the constant evolution of the language (now in version 0.8.x), which has added "Built-in Safety" features to prevent common errors.

For any aspiring "Web3 Developer," learning Solidity is the "Gateway" to building on the most liquid and active decentralized ecosystem in the world.

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