With the continuous development of blockchain technology, decentralized social networks have become the focus of more and more people's attention. In this context, Nostr, as a simple and open information distribution protocol, gradually demonstrates its unique value. However, Nostr has always faced the problem of finding PMF (Product-Market Fit), and through the Nostr Binding protocol, Nostr may be able to find its PMF, bringing new possibilities and more interesting experiences to users.
To better explore the infinite possibilities of decentralized social networks in the BTC ecosystem, we sincerely invite all developers interested in decentralized social networks to participate in the Nostr Dev Meetup jointly organized by CKB Eco Fund, Denostr, BuidlerDAO, and Rebase community. In this event, developers can learn about the basics of Nostr, gain experience sharing in Nostr development, and explore the possibilities of decentralized social PMF through workshops based on Nostr.
What is Nostr?#
Nostr (Notes and Other Stuff Transmitted by Relays) is an open and decentralized information distribution protocol. Its main features include:
- Relay-Client Model: Nostr uses a model between relay servers and clients, allowing messages to be distributed globally. Compared to traditional blockchain P2P networks, Nostr is cheaper, more flexible, more practical, and more suitable for large-scale consumer applications.
- Standard Message Format: Nostr defines a standard message format based on JSON, called "Event". This format is used to describe various types of data, including event ID, creator's public key, timestamp, type, tags, content, and signature.
- Decentralization and Anti-censorship: Nostr is designed to minimize trust in relay servers. Users can publish messages through their own clients and use encrypted signatures to verify the authenticity and integrity of the messages.
- Simplicity and Practicality: The Nostr protocol is very simple, easy to implement, and has no complex dependencies, making it suitable for development and integration into various applications.
Nostr Binding Protocol: Finding PMF for Nostr#
The Nostr Binding protocol binds the basic data structures in the Nostr protocol to the CKB blockchain. Through this binding, Nostr data can inherit the UTXO/Cell characteristics of the CKB blockchain, bringing new possibilities based on on-chain mechanisms to the Nostr protocol. The core idea of the Nostr Binding protocol is to create a one-to-one mapping relationship between Nostr Events and CKB Cells, enabling asset issuance, ownership protection, and other functions.
Why is Nostr Binding Nostr's PMF?#
1. Nostr Binding brings the possibility of asset issuance to Nostr
Through the Nostr Binding protocol, users can issue native assets in the Nostr network. Each Nostr asset Event can be bound to a Cell on the CKB blockchain, enabling on-chain management and transactions of assets. This asset issuance method is not only secure and reliable but also highly flexible and scalable.
2. Nostr can be used as a wallet
The Nostr Binding protocol makes Nostr not just an information distribution protocol, but also a wallet. Users can manage their assets, conduct transactions, and make payments through the Nostr client. This combination allows Nostr to make a qualitative leap in user experience.
3. Speech content can be turned into digital goods, realizing Meme as assets
In the Nostr network, users' speech content can be turned into digital goods through the Nostr Binding protocol, realizing "Meme as assets". This not only enriches users' social experience but also provides new avenues for content creators to monetize. Users can transform interesting memes, important announcements, or original content into on-chain assets, maximizing the value of content.
Nostr Dev Meetup: Exploring the Future of Decentralized Social#
Have you heard of Web5? Are you curious about how to achieve Web2 + Web3? Have you heard of Nostr? Are you interested in exploring the infinite possibilities of decentralized social networks in the BTC ecosystem? We sincerely invite all developers interested in decentralized social networks to participate in the Nostr Dev Meetup jointly organized by CKB Eco Fund, Denostr, BuidlerDAO, and Rebase community! Explore the possibilities of decentralized social PMF through workshops based on Nostr.
Event Content#
In this workshop, we will delve into the Nostr protocol and experience the application potential of this technology through practical operations. The event includes:
- Overview of the Nostr protocol
- Introduction to the basic concepts and functions of Nostr protocol.
- Experience sharing in Nostr-related application development.
- Overview of the Nostr Binding protocol
- Analyzing the design ideas and implementation methods of the Nostr Binding protocol.
- Hands-on practice: Creating on-chain books based on Nostr Binding
- Guiding participants to use the Nostr Binding protocol to create an on-chain book based on Nostr Binding, experiencing the entire process from data structure to practical application.
- Discussion and communication
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Inviting developers and researchers interested in Nostr and CKB to share and discuss.
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Exploring more possibilities and future development directions of the Nostr Binding protocol in applications.
Event Highlights#
- Possibility of asset issuance: Through the Nostr Binding protocol, users can issue native assets in the Nostr network, enabling on-chain asset management and transactions.
- Wallet functionality: Nostr is not just an information distribution protocol, it can also be used as a wallet to manage and trade digital assets.
- Combining Web2 and Web3: Combining the user experience of Web2 with the backend technology of Web3, providing a secure and convenient decentralized social experience.
Participation Method#
- 📅 Date: August 3, 2024
- 📍 Location: To be revealed after registration
- 🕒 Time: 13:00–18:00
- 🔗 Registration link: *https://lu.ma/h6uki6d7*
The Nostr Dev Workshop is not only an opportunity for technical exchanges but also a platform for jointly exploring the future of decentralized social networks. We sincerely invite all friends interested in Nostr to join us in witnessing and promoting the development of this innovative technology. Thanks to Denostr, BuidlerDAO, and Rebase for their strong support for this event.