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  • Is Solidity Still the Top Choice for Smart Contract Development in Blockchain?

    SmartChainSmith

    SmartChainSmith

    @SmartChainSmith
    Updated: Aug 7, 2025
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    Hi!
    I am new to blockchain. I just started learning Solidity for Ethereum. But I heard about Vyper, Rust, and Michelson too. Now I am not sure which language to choose.

    If anyone has used these, can you explain the differences? Is it just how they look, or do they work in different ways? Is Vyper safer or easier? Does it miss important things?

    When should I use Rust or Michelson? Does it matter which blockchain I pick?

    I want to learn a language that is safe and useful. If you tried these, what was good or bad?
    What do you wish you knew when you started?

    This is confusing for me. Any help would be great.
    Thank you!


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  • Amanda Smith

    @AmandaS • 10mos

    Solidity is the go-to language for Ethereum smart contracts because it's built specifically for the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), making it the easiest choice for building decentralized apps (dApps) on Ethereum.

    Its syntax is similar to JavaScript, so developers with web experience find it more approachable. Compared to Vyper, which focuses on security and has a Python-like structure, Solidity offers more flexibility for complex contracts. In contrast, languages like Rust (used on Solana) are faster but more complex to use, while Michelson (on Tezos) is very low-level and harder to work with. The big advantage of Solidity is its widespread adoption and the rich ecosystem of tools, which is why it’s the most popular option for Ethereum dApp development.

  • Miben Rogers

    @YGHQ65t • 10mos

    If you’re looking to build on Ethereum, I’d seriously recommend learning Solidity first. It’s designed specifically for Ethereum, so you don’t have to fight the language to get things done. The community is big and active, which means if you get stuck, chances are someone’s already had the same problem and can help you out. Tools like Hardhat and Truffle make testing and deploying smart contracts much less of a headache.

    Solidity also makes it super easy to create popular tokens, like ERC-20 and ERC-721. That’s a huge plus if you’re working on anything with DeFi or NFTs. And another advantage: once you’ve written contracts in Solidity, you can use them on other networks that are compatible with Ethereum, like Polygon and Binance Smart Chain. While other languages like Rust are good too, I find Solidity just gets you up and running faster, especially if you’re new to the space.


  • BlockchainMentorYagiz

    @BlockchainMentor • 9mos

    Solidity is the main programming language used to build on the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM). Its flexibility makes it popular for all sorts of blockchain projects—like smart contracts, DeFi apps, and even layer 1 and layer 2 blockchains. Here’s how Solidity fits into each area, using simple and clear language:

    1. Smart Contracts:
      Solidity lets you create self-running agreements, called smart contracts, that enforce rules automatically. Common examples are token contracts like ERC-20 (for cryptocurrencies) and ERC-721 (for NFTs). Security is critical because once these contracts are live, you can’t change them. Solidity’s design helps developers avoid mistakes and keep data safe.

    2. DeFi Applications:
      Decentralized Finance (DeFi) products—such as lending platforms, decentralized exchanges, and yield farming—are built in Solidity. These apps need fast, low-cost transactions, so developers write efficient code to save gas fees. With Solidity, you can tightly control how assets are managed and ensure users’ money stays safe.

    3. Layer 1 Protocols:
      While the base blockchain layer (layer 1) is usually coded in languages like Rust or Go, Solidity is used to develop smart contracts that let users interact with blockchain features, for example, voting systems for governance. These contracts help keep the protocol community-driven and enable user participation.

    4. Layer 2 Protocols:
      Layer 2 solutions (which help blockchains scale) use Solidity for “bridge” contracts that connect them to the main chain. This lets value and data move easily and safely between layers. For advanced scaling tech like zk-rollups, Solidity smart contracts check cryptographic proofs to verify off-chain actions are valid without slowing things down.

    Each of these types of projects uses Solidity differently—whether it’s about cutting gas costs, boosting user participation, or securing cross-chain transactions. If you’re new to Solidity, which project area would you like to explore first?


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