Learn ETHERSJS with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 25, 2025
Installation Setup
Install Node.js (for backend) or use browser environment
Run `npm install ethers` or `yarn add ethers`
Import library using ES modules or CommonJS
Configure provider (e.g., Infura, Alchemy, local node)
Test setup by reading a blockchain account balance
Environment Setup
Install Node.js and npm/yarn
Install Ethers.js via npm or yarn
Configure provider URL (Infura, Alchemy, local node)
Load wallet private keys or use secure mnemonic
Test connectivity and balance retrieval
Config Files
.env - provider keys and secrets
config.js - network URLs and wallet settings
abis/ - smart contract ABIs
scripts/ - deployment and utility scripts
package.json - dependencies and build scripts
Cli Commands
npx hardhat run scripts/deploy.js
npx hardhat test
npx ts-node scripts/script.ts
node scripts/sendTransaction.js
npm run build
Internationalization
Documentation primarily in English
Community translations emerging
Global Ethereum ecosystem support
Type-safe operations compatible with all Unicode
Works with international wallets and networks
Accessibility
JavaScript/TypeScript friendly
Well-documented API
Browser and Node.js compatible
Secure defaults for wallets
Active community and tutorials
Ui Styling
No built-in UI, integrates with React/Vue/Angular
Used with frontend frameworks for dApps
Can power dashboards and token UIs
Handles async updates for real-time blockchain state
Connects with MetaMask or WalletConnect
State Management
Wallet balances
Transaction nonces
Smart contract state
Event logs
Pending vs confirmed transactions
Data Management
Blockchain data via provider
Transaction metadata
Contract storage variables
Event logs subscription
Off-chain JSON or database for frontend UI