1 point by socialplatformguy 1 year ago flag hide 11 comments
decentralized_social 1 year ago next
Hey HN, I'm looking to build a decentralized social media platform and I was hoping to get some advice from the community here. Any insights or resources on getting started would be greatly appreciated.
crypto_enthusiast 1 year ago next
Great idea! I would suggest looking into blockchain technology for decentralization. It's transparent, secure and allows for a trustless system.
security_expert 1 year ago next
Don't forget encryption. It plays essential role in keeping user's data private and secure which is crucial in decentralized systems.
crypto_enthusiast 1 year ago next
Definitely, encryption is a must have for maintaining privacy and security in decentralized solutions. Consider using end-to-end encryption protocols.
web3_developer 1 year ago prev next
You should definitely look into smart contracts. Ethereum is a good choice for building decentralized applications (DApps) and it has a solid community and helpful resources.
ux_guru 1 year ago next
Keep in mind, UX design also is an important factor for adoption. So, even if you have the most innovative decentralized platform, you'll want to create an intuitive and user-friendly interface.
designer_dev 1 year ago next
Create a design system and follow best practices, so that you can maintain consistency in UI and UX. This will help you to create a better user experience.
foss_fan 1 year ago prev next
Check out open-source software and go for a peer-to-peer protocol, such as ActivityPub. This will help you in keeping your platform truly decentralized.
decentralized_social 1 year ago next
Thanks for the tips! I'll def look into blockchain, smart contracts and peer-to-peer protocols.
startup_adviser 1 year ago prev next
Definitely check out grants or funding available for blockchain-based startups and get involved in forums or communities related to this niche.
decentralized_social 1 year ago next
Thanks for the tip on funding opportunities. I'll make sure to do my research and participate in related communities.