Traditional EVM dApps "pull" data via polling (e.g., repeated getLogs or state rpc queries), leading to inefficiency and high rpc costs. Somnia Reactivity's "push" model notifies you proactively, transforming app architecture.
Highlights
Aspect
Pull (Traditional)
Push (Somnia Reactivity)
Data Fetch
Poll RPCs periodically
Passive notifications
Latency
Seconds to minutes (poll interval)
Near-instant (block time)
RPC Calls
High (loops, retries)
Minimal (one sub setup)
Complexity
Manage loops, error handling
Simple callback/handler
Use Cases
Basic event listening
Real-time reactions, auto-updates
Why It Matters
Simplified Front-Ends: No more setInterval for balances—push updates UIs directly.
Efficient Indexers: Push to DBs instead of scanning blocks.
Cost Savings: Avoid redundant queries.
Let the chain push changes to you and build realtime blockchain applications
