Question:
I recently set up a Telegram bot with administrative rights for my channel. I am looking for advice on how to correctly monitor events when a user joins the channel or, alternatively, how to retrieve a list of current channel users. I would appreciate guidance on configuring the bot so it captures these events, along with any sample logic or suggestions on the best methods to implement these features securely and efficiently. Any examples or recommended strategies would be very helpful.
hey ethan, i solved mine by using webhook callbacks to monitor join events. i log new members to a simple db then. works fine for my small channel, just be carefull with admin rights for privacy issues
Based on my experience, using polling alongside Telegram’s callback mechanism can provide a dual approach to monitoring channel join events. I implemented a system where the bot periodically checks for updates in combination with listening for real-time events, ensuring no join goes unnoticed even during server hiccups. I integrated thorough error handling and ensured the code respected Telegram’s guidelines and privacy requirements. Although setting up both mechanisms demands a bit more initial configuration, the redundancy offers enhanced reliability in channels with high activity or variable network conditions.