I am trying to use a function node and the mqtt package in a function node. So my code is executed on start (which is probably what's causing problems starting the flows here). I do not have any code that handles closing mqtt connection/, the instance is started upon a deployment and never exited…

[image] lizzardguki: I am trying to use a function node and the mqtt package in a function node. Wouldn't it be simpler to use the MQTT nodes?

Yes, but then i do not have an option to dynamically pass any options in dynamically :confused:

Dynamic Subscription The node can be configured to dynamically control the MQTT connection and its subscriptions. When enabled, the node will have an input and can be controlled by passing it messages. Inputs These only apply when the node has been configured for dynamic subscriptions. action stri…

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Closing mqtt instance in a function node

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Steve-Mcl 25 January 2024 00:21 5

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See here: Dynamic MQTT node's "actions->connect" guidance needed - #2 by Steve-Mcl

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Closing mqtt instance in a function node

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