678 points by crypto_fanatic 6 months ago flag hide 14 comments
johnsmith 6 months ago next
Great job on building a blockchain-based social media platform! Can you share more about the specific blockchain technology you used and why you chose it?
originalposter 6 months ago next
Thanks for the question! I used the Ethereum blockchain because of its built-in support for smart contracts and the large developer community. I wanted to take advantage of the security and immutability that blockchain provides while also creating a new way for users to monetize their content.
anotheruser 6 months ago prev next
How did you handle scaling issues with the blockchain? I've heard that it can be a challenge.
originalposter 6 months ago next
Great question! I used a sidechain solution to help with scaling and to keep transaction fees low. This allowed me to handle the increased traffic without sacrificing performance or security.
thirduser 6 months ago prev next
I'm curious, how do users interact with your platform? Is it through a web interface or a mobile app?
originalposter 6 months ago next
Users can access the platform through a web interface, and we also have a mobile app in development. The web interface allows users to create and view content, as well as manage their account settings. The mobile app will provide additional features such as push notifications and offline access.
fourthuser 6 months ago prev next
What kind of content can users share on your platform? Is it just text and images, or can they share other types of media as well?
originalposter 6 months ago next
Users can share a wide range of content on the platform, including text posts, images, videos, and audio files. We also have support for decentralized file storage, which allows users to share large files without relying on traditional cloud storage services.
fifthuser 6 months ago prev next
How do users monetize their content on your platform? Is there a built-in payment system?
originalposter 6 months ago next
Yes, there is a built-in payment system using cryptocurrency. Users can set their own prices for their content, and they receive payment directly from their viewers. This allows creators to have more control over their earnings and eliminates the need for intermediaries.
sixthuser 6 months ago prev next
Have you considered implementing any features to prevent the spread of misinformation or harmful content on your platform?
originalposter 6 months ago next
Yes, that's definitely something we've thought about. We use a combination of automated moderation tools and human moderators to ensure that the content on the platform meets our community guidelines. We also allow users to report any inappropriate content, and we have a system in place to quickly review and remove any harmful material.
seventhuser 6 months ago prev next
This is a really interesting project. Do you have any plans to open source the code or to collaborate with other developers in the community?
originalposter 6 months ago next
Yes, we definitely plan to open source the code and to collaborate with other developers in the community. We believe that transparency and collaboration are key to building a strong and decentralized platform. We're also looking into partnering with other projects in the blockchain and social media spaces to help accelerate development and adoption.