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    Etherscan

    Etherscan

    By Redaktion cvj.ch on 2. April 2020 Glossary

    Etherscan is the most widely used blockchain explorer platform developed primarily for the Ethereum network. This online tool provides users with a comprehensive insight into the Ethereum blockchain and allows them to retrieve real-time data and monitor transactions.

    Etherscan provides deeper insights into the operations of the Ethereum blockchain by providing transparency and accessibility to the broad Ethereum ecosystem. Etherscan's user-friendly interface allows individuals to search for Ethereum addresses, view transaction histories and track the status of smart contracts. The platform provides important information such as current block heights, gas prices and ETH balances.

    Key Etherscan features

    Etherscan is a free and open source project maintained by a team of developers and volunteers. It is a valuable resource for the Ethereum community, helping to ensure that the Ethereum blockchain is transparent and accessible to everyone. The online platform also supports developers by providing insight into the source code of contracts, internal transactions and token balances. This makes it a valuable resource for verifying and debugging smart contracts.

    Etherscan's key features can be sumarized as follows

    • Transaction history
      Allows to view the history of all transactions on the Ethereum blockchain, including sender, recipient, amount, and timestamp.
    • Smart contract data
      Users can explore the data and code of Ethereum smart contracts, including the contract address, and transactions.
    • Token information
      Check information about all ERC-20 tokens, including the token address, symbol, price, and market capitalization.
    • API access
      Developers can access the Etherscan API to integrate Ethereum data into their own applications.
    • Transaction tracking
      Etherscan makes it possible to track the status of transactions, including confirmations and gas usage.
    • Charting
      Create charts of Ethereum data, such as transaction volume, gas price, and token price.
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