foundry ☆
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Description:
Blazing fast, portable and modular toolkit for Ethereum application development
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 1.5.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 19, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  GitHub  |  Docs  |  @foundry_rs  |  formulae.brew.sh
Stars: 9,951  |  Forks: 2,317  |  Language: Rust  |  Category: Developer tools
Tags: ethereum smart-contracts rust blockchain development
Install: brew install foundry
About:
Foundry is a comprehensive suite of tools for Ethereum smart contract development, written in Rust. It includes Forge for testing and deployment, Cast for interacting with the blockchain, and Anvil for a local Ethereum node. Its speed and modularity make it a popular choice for developers building and testing decentralized applications.
Key Features:
  • Forge: Fast Ethereum testing and deployment framework
  • Cast: Swiss army knife for interacting with EVM smart contracts
  • Anvil: Local Ethereum node for development and testing
  • Modular design allowing for easy integration and extensibility
  • Written in Rust for performance and safety
Use Cases:
  • Smart contract development and testing
  • Deploying and managing Ethereum contracts
  • Interacting with live or test networks via CLI
  • Local blockchain simulation for development
Alternatives:
  • Hardhat – JavaScript-based Ethereum development environment, while Foundry is Rust-based and focuses on speed.
  • Truffle – Older, more established framework with a different architecture and plugin ecosystem.
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