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bs58check

A straightforward implementation of base58-check encoding


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What is bs58check?

The bs58check npm package is used for encoding and decoding data in Base58Check format. This format is commonly used in cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, for encoding addresses and other data. The package ensures that the data is encoded in a way that includes a checksum to detect errors.

What are bs58check's main functionalities?

Encoding

This feature allows you to encode a buffer of data into a Base58Check encoded string. The encoded string includes a checksum to help detect errors.

const bs58check = require('bs58check');
const data = Buffer.from('Hello, world!');
const encoded = bs58check.encode(data);
console.log(encoded); // Outputs the Base58Check encoded string

Decoding

This feature allows you to decode a Base58Check encoded string back into its original buffer of data. The checksum is verified during the decoding process to ensure data integrity.

const bs58check = require('bs58check');
const encoded = '3vQB7B6MrGQZaxCuFg4oh';
const decoded = bs58check.decode(encoded);
console.log(decoded.toString()); // Outputs the original data

Encoding with Error Handling

This feature demonstrates how to handle errors during the encoding process. If the encoding fails for any reason, an error will be caught and logged.

const bs58check = require('bs58check');
try {
  const data = Buffer.from('Hello, world!');
  const encoded = bs58check.encode(data);
  console.log(encoded); // Outputs the Base58Check encoded string
} catch (error) {
  console.error('Encoding failed:', error);
}

Decoding with Error Handling

This feature demonstrates how to handle errors during the decoding process. If the decoding fails due to an invalid checksum or other issues, an error will be caught and logged.

const bs58check = require('bs58check');
try {
  const encoded = '3vQB7B6MrGQZaxCuFg4oh';
  const decoded = bs58check.decode(encoded);
  console.log(decoded.toString()); // Outputs the original data
} catch (error) {
  console.error('Decoding failed:', error);
}

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Package last updated on 25 Jun 2024

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