> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](/llms.txt).

Welcome to the Rootstock Developers Overview section.

This section covers quickstarts, smart contract development, integrations, RPC API access, and libraries for Rootstock.

:::info[Info]

- Looking to quickly test your dApp on testnet before deploying to mainnet? Use the [Rootstock RPC API](https://rpc.rootstock.io/) or view the [json-rpc methods](/developers/rpc-api/rootstock/methods/) available on the RPC API.
- Dive right in with [step-by-step guides](/developers/quickstart/) to get your development environment set up and deploy your first dApp.
  :::

## Navigating the Developer Section

| Resource                                                    | Description                                                                                                               |
| ----------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| [Hardware Requirements](/developers/requirements/)          | Set up your local environment.                                                                                            |
| [Blockchain Essentials](/developers/blockchain-essentials/) | Rootstock Blockchain Essentials.                                                                                          |
| [Quick Starts](/developers/quickstart/)                     | Dive right in with step-by-step guides to get your development environment set up and deploy your first dApp.             |
| [Smart Contract Development](/developers/smart-contracts/)  | Explore in-depth resources on building secure and scalable smart contracts on Rootstock.                                  |
| [Integration Guides](/developers/integrate/)                | Deepen your knowledge with detailed guides and informative tutorials that cover various aspects of Rootstock development. |
| [JSON-RPC](/developers/rpc-api/)                            | Test your dApps on testnet in minutes before deploying to mainnet using RPC API providers on Rootstock.                   |
| [Libraries](/developers/libraries/)                         | Access essential tools and libraries to streamline your development process.                                              |
| [Use Cases](/use-cases/)                                    | Use case guides and tutorials for DeFi, onboarding, bridging, and automation on Rootstock.                                |