lbryio / lbryio/lbry-sdk

Add option to update commands to reduce claim amount instead of bringing in a new UTXO

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Dominant language
Python
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Description

When issuing an update command to a stream or claim, there should be an option to use the entire claim UTXO and create the update without any change left over.

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Research direction

Start by tracing the update command implementation and the handling of claim UTXOs and change outputs. Confirm how an option could consume the entire claim UTXO, then verify that the update reduces the claim amount without bringing in a new UTXO or leaving change.

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Assessment

Tech stack
blockchain, python
Domain
blockchain
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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