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RPC API

Remote Procedure Call (RPC) is a protocol that allows a program to execute procedures (functions) on a remote server as if they were local calls. This eliminates the need for developers to handle low-level network communication.

How Our API Works​

Rootstock RPC API uses the JSON-RPC protocol, a lightweight, text-based standard for defining procedures and their parameters. This makes it easy to communicate with the API using JSON-formatted requests and receive structured responses.

Use Cases​

  • Building integrations for your product or service.
  • Automating workflows with server-side commands.
  • Extending your application’s capabilities with remote functions.

JSON-RPC Overview​

What is JSON-RPC?​

JSON-RPC is a remote procedure call protocol encoded in JSON. It’s simple, stateless, and transport-agnostic, making it perfect for APIs.

Supported Features​

  • Version: JSON-RPC 2.0
  • Methods: Flexible method definitions for various tasks.
  • Error Handling: Clear error messages and structured codes.
Info

To learn more about the Rootstock RPC API, including how to use it, features, click the button below:

Rootstock RPC API Guide

Key Data Structures​

  • Request:
{ "jsonrpc": "2.0", "method": "method_name", "params": {}, "id": 1 }
  • Response:
{ "jsonrpc": "2.0", "result": {}, "id": 1 }
  • Error:
{ "jsonrpc": "2.0", "error": { "code": -32601, "message": "Method not found" }, "id": 1 }
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