The Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) is an essential part of the Ethereum blockchain. It functions as a runtime environment where smart contracts are executed. Picture it as a virtual computer operating within the Ethereum network. With the EVM, smart contracts are created and deployed by developers. Its primary function is to ensure the uniform execution of these contracts across all network nodes, fostering security, transparency, and decentralization. By enabling the execution of complex transactions and powering decentralized applications (DApps), the EVM is essential to the Ethereum ecosystem. It also allows to run DApps in other networks that support EVM.