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Expand Up @@ -22,6 +22,8 @@ The following documentation will guide you through different use cases of Web3.j
- Custom Output formatters
- In compliance with Eth EL API

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## Packages

Web3.js is modular, consisting of several packages, each serving specific functionalities. If you have specific tasks in mind, you don't need to install the entire Web3 library. Instead, selectively install the package that suits your requirements for a more efficient development experience. Here is an overview of the available packages:
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- **Web3 Errors:** Web3 Errors has error codes and common error classes that are used by other Web3 packages.

- **Web3 RPC Methods:** This is for advanced uses for building more lightweight applications. It has functions for making RPC requests to Ethereum using a given provider.
- **Web3 RPC Methods:** This is for advanced uses for building more lightweight applications. It has functions for making RPC requests to Ethereum using a given provider.

## Advantages over other libraries

- **Extensive Documentation and Community**: Being one of the earliest Ethereum libraries, Web3.js benefits from extensive documentation and a large, active community. Web3.js is widely adopted and has been thoroughly tested in various production environments and is compatible with a broad range of other tools and services in the Ethereum ecosystem.

- **Modular Design**: Web3.js is designed to be modular, meaning it allows developers to use specific packages according to their needs. This may lead to smaller bundle sizes and faster load times for web applications.

- **Active Development and Support**: Web3.js sees regular updates and active development. This support is crucial for developers needing assurance that the library they're using will keep pace with the evolving Ethereum landscape.
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