Get Current Block Number

The getBlockNumber method allows you to fetch the current block number on the OP_NET network.

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Method

getBlockNumber(): Promise<bigint>;

• Returns:
  • Promise<bigint>: The current block number on the OP_NET network.

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Example Usage

const blockNumber = await provider.getBlockNumber();
console.log(`Current Block Number: ${blockNumber}`);

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Best Practices

• Ensure the network parameter in your provider matches the network you want to fetch the block number from (e.g., regtest, testnet, mainnet).
• Be aware of potential delays between requesting the block number and receiving it, especially on high-latency connections.
• Always handle errors in case the network is unavailable or the request fails.

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What’s Next?

After retrieving the block number, you can:

• Fetch Block Gas Parameters