[Infra] Provide snapshots

[okdas]

Objective

Create a snapshot mechanism that allows full nodes to bypass time-consuming blocks (e.g., block 55331 on Beta TestNet). This will streamline node setup for both community members and internal team members.

Origin Document

Based on discussions regarding delays at block 55331 on Beta TestNet and the need to rapidly provision full nodes.

Use Morse design & system as reference.

Goals

• Reduce the sync duration by providing ready-to-use snapshots.
• Enable a user-friendly process for new node operators to bootstrap nodes from snapshots.
• Encourage wider community adoption of running full nodes.

Deliverables

• Snapshot creation logic integrated into the node software.
• Clear documentation on where snapshots can be accessed (and their metadata)
• Clear instructions on how to use snapshots to bootstrap a node
• Automated process or scripts to generate snapshots on a scheduled basis.
• A UI similar to what liquify provides for exploring available snapshots
• Future work: Consider adding statesync snapshots. Turned off by default.

Non-goals / Non-deliverables

• Changing core consensus behavior or block validation processes.
• Overhauling current chain data storage mechanisms beyond what’s necessary for snapshot generation.
• Implementing external hosting/mirroring solutions (only a local or minimal solution is in scope).

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Creator: @okdas
Co-Owners: @Olshansk
Support: NodeFleet? Liquify?