Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes.
Transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely.