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BNB API method that returns a boolean value indicating whether the client is currently listening for network connections or not. The net_listening method can be useful in many scenarios where it is important to monitor the status of an Ethereum client’s network connection to ensure it works properly.
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Parameters

  • none

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Response

  • boolean — a boolean value that indicates whether a node is actively seeking peer connections. true if the client is actively listening for connections, false if not.

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net_listening code examples

const { Web3 } = require("web3");
const NODE_URL = "CHAINSTACK_NODE_URL";
const web3 = new Web3(NODE_URL);

async function isListening() {
  const listens = await web3.eth.net.isListening()
  console.log(listens);
}

isListening();

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Use case

A method like net_listening can be used to monitor the network status of the BNB node a developer connects to. Imagine a blockchain explorer where users can search for transactions, addresses, and other information on the Ethereum blockchain. To provide accurate information to its users, the website needs to be able to monitor the current status of its connection.