Solana getSlotLeader method

The Solana getSlotLeader method returns the current slot leader.

This method provides the public key of the current slot leader, which is the validator responsible for producing blocks in the current slot. It is useful for tracking which validator is currently producing blocks.

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Parameters

This method does not require any parameters.

Response

• value — the public key of the current slot leader.

Use case

A practical use case for getSlotLeader is to track which validator is currently producing blocks. This can be useful for network monitoring tools or other applications that need to display or make use of this information.

Try the getSlotLeader RPC method yourself