Mastodawn

While other startups are panicking about "Q4 Metrics" and "Holiday Retention," I am enjoying the luxury of an empty database.

No spam emails to send.
No snow effects to code.
Just peace, quiet, and localhost.

The only bug I need to fix tonight is my empty glass of Glühwein.

Critical Poll: What’s the move for tonight?

Die Hard (The Action Choice)

Home Alone (The Classic Choice)

Happy Holidays from the empty halls of Loytz!

#buildinpublic #chill #startup #diehard #ny

Loytz Platform Dec 21

Deciding how to build the new badge system for Loytz.
🧠 Brain 1: "NFT BADGES! ON-CHAIN! THE FUTURE IS NOW!"
🧠 Brain 2: "Bro it's a PNG. Just use a database. We have zero users."
Brain 2 won. For now.
Sometimes the revolutionary thing starts on the simple, boring path.
Read doubd on loytz: https://loytz.com/u/digital.black/p/182
#indiedev #gamification #donations

Loytz Platform Dec 16

Our creators now can add audio as a posts. Next is video posting. Sometimes I'll add comments feature too. Yep.. sometimes 🤔
First audio post on Loytz: https://loytz.com/u/marscentralradio/p/160
#newfeature #loytz #devlog

Grease in the Zero-G Lounge

Loytz

Loytz Platform Dec 11

There is a specific kind of pain known only to developers.
It’s the moment when you test a new feature locally. It’s working. It’s fast
You sip your coffee, feeling like a genius. You deploy to production.

BOOM. 💥
Error 500. Nothing works.

Status update:
The new Loytz features works flawlessly... on my laptop.
On the internet? Not so much.The "Works on My Machine" certification badge is earned today.

Back to the logs. 🕵️‍♂️
#deploy #production #bugfixing #indiedev #loytz

Loytz Platform Dec 5

Today, I’m outlining the DNA of Loytz. It’s built on 3 concepts:
One Subscription + Fair Algo: Save on fees, support everyone you liked automatically.
Gamification: Supporting creators should be an RPG, not a tax payment. Badges, XP, Status
Blockchain/DAO: Not for speculation, but for transparency and eventually — community ownership (DAO)
Crypto bros looking for a pump: look elsewhere
Creators looking for a fair ecosystem: welcome home
🔗 https://loytz.com/u/digital.black/p/95
#DAO #CreatorEconomy

Loytz Platform Dec 3

I'm back from the Algorithm Trenches! Major update:
Weekly Loytz UBI: Patrons get their points every week.
Automated Distribution: Creators get loytz weekly.
Meanwhile, the Discovery page looks less gray, but you still can't comment on anything.

🔗 Full DevLog post (The Algorithm’s Victory): https://loytz.com/u/digital.black/p/93

Loytz Platform Nov 27

Today, I met the Loytz Surplus Dilemma: What happens to all the unspent loyalty points?

Option A (The Safe Choice): They become a user’s Savings Account.
Option B (The Socialist Choice): Proportional distribution to engaged creators.
Option C (The Equalizer): Universal Basic Income for all active creators.

I'm making the decision for now, but the DAO revolution is coming. Should the community have the power to "nationalize" the savings?

🔗https://loytz.com/u/digital.black/p/85

#DAO #Crypto #CreatorEconomy

Loytz Platform Nov 25

I fixed the UI instead of coding the Comments. Don't judge me. 🖼️
Today’s progress update:
I ignored the hard stuff (Comments, Contact Form) and spent the day removing unnecessary gray from the post page.

Why? Because the journey to Mars must begin with a well-polished, minimalist launch button.

The UI is sleek. The core features are still on my to-do list. That’s the Loytz way.

🔗 DevLog on Loytz: https://loytz.com/content/show/81

#uidesign #indiedev #procrastination #loytz

Loytz Platform Nov 25

After months of coding in the shadows, I'm launching the Loytz mission.

What is Loytz? A tiny platform that tries to fix the creator economy by fairly distributing your support based on actual engagement.

Status: The UI, profiles, posting and loytz donating works (sometimes).

Goal: Build a great platform.
Backup Goal: Become a cautionary tale on the "Cemetery of Dead Projects."

Follow my journey. Wish me luck. I’m going to need it.
#buildinpublic #indiehackers #loytz #helloworld