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# Contract Method

In the following code snippet, methods and properties are grouped into three categories:

### **Public:** 

These are the primary methods users interact with through transactions. They are named normally.

### **Private:** 

Intended for internal use only and accessible for testing. They start with an underscore (”\_”).

### **Single Node Call (SNC):** 

Executed only on a single node, without creating a blockchain transaction. They start with a double underscore (”\_\_”).

\
Similarly, properties follow the same naming conventions. However, most interactions happen through methods (endpoints) rather than properties.

```javascript
var CRC_Contract = {
  method1: function(param1, param2){ ... },   // Public method
  _method2: function(param1, param2){ ... },  // Private method
  __method3: function(param1, param2){ ... }  // SNC method
};
```

**Single Node Call (SNC)** methods are key in retrieving data (e.g., wallet balance) without altering the blockchain state. SNCs should never modify contract state, ensuring consistency and reliability. \
While Hyper Code enforces this, adhering to best practices prevents potential inconsistencies.

## Examples

### Transaction (Modfiying State)

```javascript
CRC_Contract.TransferFunds("0x00023...40e20asd", 100);
```

### SNC (querying balance)

```javascript
CRC_Contract.__BalanceOf("0x00023...40e20asd");
```

SNCs incur gas fees but are cheaper than transactions. In the next tutorial, we’ll create and deploy your first smart contract, with debugging tips along the way.