Sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt
Using an electric mixer like a kitchen aid, fitted with the paddle attachment, mix the butter and two sugars for about 4 minutes until very light and fluffy
Add the vanilla, then the eggs, one at a time, and mix well.
With the mixer on low speed, add the sifted flour, baking soda, and salt to the butter mixture, mixing only until combined.
Use a spatula to mix in the chocolate chips by hand.
Scoop cookies onto a cookie sheets using a cookie scoop. Dampen your hands and flatten the dough slightly. Bake for 15 minutes (the cookies will seem underdone). place cookies on a cooling rack and serve warm or cool.
After cookies have cooled completely, store in an airtight container.