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Web3.js Ethereum API
Web3.js is a free and open-source library for JavaScript and TypeScript, facilitating interaction with Ethereum and EVM-compatible networks, ideal for blockchain applications.
Developed by Ethereum Foundation
Reference for available routes, request structures, and live examples.
Executes Ethereum blockchain operations
https://github.com/curl -X POST 'https://github.com/'{
"id": 1,
"method": "eth_blockNumber",
"params": [],
"jsonrpc": "2.0"
}{
"id": 1,
"result": "0x10c7b6",
"jsonrpc": "2.0"
}- Building decentralized applications (dApps)Optimized Capability
- Smart contract deployment and interactionOptimized Capability
- Automated Ethereum transaction signingOptimized Capability
- Blockchain analytics and monitoring toolsOptimized Capability
- NFT marketplaces and minting platformsOptimized Capability
- ✓ Free and open-source under the MIT License
- ✓ Extensive documentation and community support
- ✓ Supports multiple Ethereum networks and providers
- ✓ Powerful abstraction layer for blockchain interactions
- ✓ Compatible with both browser and Node.js environments
- ✗ Directly depends on reliability of external Ethereum nodes
- ✗ Not well suited for extremely latency-sensitive applications
- ✗ Requires understanding of Ethereum internals
- ✗ Potential security risks if handling private keys directly
- ✗ No official support for non-EVM blockchains
FAQs
API Specifications
4.0.3Less than 10 minutes with Node.js or browser environment.
Depends on the connected Ethereum node provider
Web3.js is completely free and open-source for unlimited usage. Node provider (e.g., Infura, Alchemy) limits may apply separately.
Use Case: Best For
Developers building apps on Ethereum and EVM-compatible blockchains who want full control and flexibility.
Not Recommended For
Non-technical users or those needing direct support for non-EVM blockchains.
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