Create a hybrid provider Rpc / local to have instant bootstrap

[adridadou]

The idea is the following:

1. We start a local node
2. At the same time, we start an RPC provider to a node from the same network
3. As long as the local node is not in sync, we use the RPC
4. when it is in sync, we switch

This way, we can have an instant bootstrap but with a switch to a local node as soon as possible.
This can be great to start a client without having to wait

[kivanov82]

That would be cool indeed! 👍

[jacohend]

I've noticed some RPC methods in ethereumfacade recently...is there an example on how to use these to accomplish this?

[adridadou]

hi @jacohend There is a EthereumFacadeProvider for Rpc as well.
I propose you come to gitter and I or someone else will help you. It's a better platform to ask questions