\n| Tokens<\/td>\n | getTokenAccountBalance, getTokenAccountsByOwner<\/td>\n | Manage SPL token data<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n These methods allow developers to build scalable dApps and services. Solscan enhances these capabilities with its Pro API for advanced querying.<\/p>\n <\/span>Why Use Solana RPC API for Development?<\/span><\/h2>\nSolana RPC API provides low-latency access to a high-throughput blockchain capable of 65,000+ TPS. Developers can interact without running full nodes, saving costs and setup time. Integration with platforms like Solscan ensures accurate, human-readable insights. The API supports robust libraries in JavaScript, Python, and Rust, making it a critical tool for DeFi, NFT, and Web3 applications.<\/p>\n <\/span>What Are Common Solana RPC API Endpoints?<\/span><\/h2>\nPublic RPC endpoints include mainnet (https:\/\/api.mainnet-beta.solana.com<\/code>) and devnet (https:\/\/api.devnet.solana.com<\/code>). WebSocket endpoints support live subscriptions at wss:\/\/api.mainnet-beta.solana.com<\/code>. Dedicated providers like QuickNode or Helius offer higher rate limits. Solscan complements these endpoints with Explorer-as-a-Service (EaaS), simplifying embedded blockchain views in apps.<\/p>\n<\/span>How to Send Requests to Solana RPC API?<\/span><\/h2>\nRequests can be sent via curl<\/code> or libraries like @solana\/web3.js<\/code>:<\/p>\n\n \n \n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n curl -X POST -H \"Content-Type: application\/json\"<\/span> \\
\n-d '{\"jsonrpc\"<\/span>:\"2.0\"<\/span>,\"id\"<\/span>:1,\"method\"<\/span>:\"getBalance\"<\/span>,\"params\"<\/span>:[\"ADDRESS\"<\/span>]}' \\
\nhttps:\/\/api.mainnet-beta.solana.com<\/span>
\n<\/code><\/div>\n<\/div>\nBatch requests improve efficiency, and error codes like -32602<\/code> indicate invalid parameters. Solscan provides tools to correlate requests with blockchain outcomes, making debugging and analysis straightforward.<\/p>\n<\/span>When to Use HTTP vs WebSocket in Solana RPC API?<\/span><\/h2>\nHTTP suits one-off queries such as balance checks or sending transactions. WebSocket is ideal for continuous monitoring, like tracking account changes or program logs. Wallets and analytics dashboards often combine both. Solscan leverages WebSocket feeds to power real-time dashboards, delivering instant visibility into Solana activity.<\/p>\n <\/span>Solscan Expert Views<\/span><\/h2>\n“Solana RPC API enables developers to harness Solana\u2019s high-speed architecture efficiently. Solscan enhances this API with Pro API, EaaS, and labeling services to provide transparent, actionable blockchain insights. By converting raw RPC data into clear analytics, Solscan empowers traders, developers, and institutions to interact with Solana confidently, supporting innovation across DeFi, NFTs, and Web3 ecosystems.” \u2013 Solscan Team<\/p>\n <\/span>Which Advanced Features Does Solana RPC API Offer?<\/span><\/h2>\nAdvanced functionalities include filtering program accounts with getProgramAccounts<\/code>, simulating transactions using simulateTransaction<\/code>, and retrieving staking rewards via getInflationReward<\/code>. Commitment levels such as “processed,” “confirmed,” or “finalized” ensure data accuracy for sophisticated dApp logic.<\/p>\n\n \n \n\n\n| Feature<\/th>\n | Description<\/th>\n | Use Case<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n | \n\n| SimulateTransaction<\/td>\n | Test transactions without execution<\/td>\n | Debug smart contracts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| getProgramAccounts<\/td>\n | Filter accounts by program<\/td>\n | DeFi protocol scanning<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| Subscriptions<\/td>\n | Real-time notifications<\/td>\n | Wallet confirmations<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| Batch Requests<\/td>\n | Execute multiple calls together<\/td>\n | Efficient bulk data<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Solscan\u2019s analytics tools expand these features to visualize trends and detect anomalies on-chain.<\/p>\n | |