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ROOTSTOCKEVM tools

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Build powerful dApps on Rootstock, the only L2 network combining Bitcoin's PoW security and Ethereum's programmability.

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02.WHY ROOTSTOCK

Why build on Rootstock

Uses Solidity& EVM tools

The RSK virtual machine used to execute smart contracts on Rootstock uses the same op-codes as the Ethereum virtual machine.

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Enables DeFion Bitcoin

Use the world’s most secure smart contracts to build your DeFi protocol or dApp on Bitcoin, connecting with HODLers from across the globe

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Makes Bitcoinwork for everyone

The most reliable Bitcoin L2 empowering developers to extend Bitcoin's purpose and functionality.

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03.QUICK START

Starter Kits

Get started quickly with our starter kit/sandbox

Write a Smart Contract

Create and execute your own logic on the Rootstock blockchain.

Courses

Elevate your blockchain skills, and master web3 development with Rootstock’s free courses

Run a Node

Get an API key & make your first API call in minutes

Join a Hackathon

Meet others pushing the boundaries of Web3, share innovative ideas, and have fun!

Apply for a Grant

Rootstock's grant program, fueling web3 adoption and innovation.

04.TOOLS

Developer Tools

Use Solidity and other familiar EVM tools

Solidity

Write and deploy EVM-compatible dApps on Rootstock using Solidity.

Ethers.js

A library for Interacting with the Rootstock Virtual Machine.

Foundry

A smart contract development toolchain, and user-friendly development environment for writing and testing smart contracts in Solidity.

Hardhat

Compile, Test and deploy smart contracts on Rootstock using hardhat development environment.

Solidity Scan

Secure your smart contracts on Rootstock, and get accurate security audit results and detailed reports.

Remix

Browser-based compiler for developing, deploying, debugging, and testing EVM-compatible smart contracts.

05.SUPPORT BUILDERS

Grant opportunities

Get funding and support for your next project.

  • SafePal cryptocurrency wallet application is a secure, decentralized, easy-to-use and free application to manage more than 10,000 cryptocurrencies..

    Joining the Rootstock Grants program has been very helpful, especially in providing the technical support that we need.

    Veronica Wong, CEO & co-founder

  • Born from a Rootstock Hackathon, Asami revolutionizes marketing with a decentralized platform that fosters peer-to-peer interactions.

    My experience as a grantee in the Rootstock Grants programme has been very enlightening about the way we do business in Web3.

    Nubis Bruno, Founder

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06.DISCOVER

Highlights

BitVM explained:smart contractson Bitcoin

Discover the power of BitVM with our comprehensive guide to smart contracts on the Bitcoin network. Empower your blockchain journey with Rootstock.

Guide for asuccessful grantapplication

Rootstock has a grants program for entrepreneurs who want to build their next dApp on top of the Bitcoin blockchain.

Bitcoin WritingContest

The #bitcoin Writing Contest, presented by Rootstock and HackerNoon, is now live with a total prize pool of $17,500 up for grabs!

07.PARTICIPATE

Connect with other developers

Jointhe community

Get support building on Rootstock by joining the developer community on Discord

Becomean ambassador

Support the Rootstock ecosystem and earn exclusive rewards. Developer Ambassador Program launching soon!

Contributeto Rootstock

Get up to speed on how to make your first contribution.

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02.Develop

Rootstock is fully open source and transparent.

Access all the documentation and resources for development and help fuel innovation for the new digital economy.

Contribute toRootstock

Join the community of developers improving the Rootstock network through code contributions and improvement proposals.
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Install aNode

Support the key functions of the network by running an RSKj node.
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Deploy SmartContracts

Create and execute your own logic on the Rootstock blockchain.
Deploy

DevelopersPortal

The home for all documentation for both end users
and developers.
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