Decentered S2E4: We Distribute LIVE
Aug 1, 2025
Join technologist Boris Mann, open social advocate Anu Jahuja, civic tech expert Chris Alamany, and developer Johannes Ernst as they dive into the vibrant world of the Fediverse. They discuss whether the community is thriving or stagnating, exploring organizational models and governance challenges. The panelists share their personal journeys and joys in the Fediverse, emphasizing the importance of niche communities and independent identities. Plus, they reveal top feature requests, like cross-protocol collaboration and innovative client solutions, for a more connected future.
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Prepare During Lulls
- Surges of attention alternate with lulls, and lulls are the time to build and organize.
- Use quiet periods to repair infrastructure and prepare for the next growth wave.
Growth Happens Locally
- Growth is happening outside conference rooms in everyday conversations about services and information sources.
- Recruit others and explain alternatives; change comes from many small local actions.
Fund The Work Sustainably
- Build sustainable economic models so contributors can work full-time on the Fediverse.
- Prioritize monetization strategies that support long-term maintenance and paid labor.
