Viem
Viem is a TypeScript library for building Ethereum applications, providing a lightweight, modular, and type-safe interface for interacting with the Ethereum blockchain. It simplifies tasks like sending transactions, reading smart contract data, and handling wallet connections, with a focus on developer experience and performance. The library supports both Ethereum mainnet and various testnets, as well as other EVM-compatible chains.
Developers should learn Viem when building decentralized applications (dApps) on Ethereum or EVM-compatible blockchains, as it offers a modern alternative to heavier libraries like ethers.js or web3.js, with better TypeScript support and smaller bundle sizes. It is particularly useful for frontend applications where performance and type safety are critical, such as in React-based dApps or tools requiring efficient blockchain interactions.