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As much as I hate to admit it, stars might be the biggest thing keeping my code on GitHub. That and search. We really need someone to solve decentralized likes
by anderspitman 6y ago
As much as I hate to admit it, stars might be the biggest thing keeping my code on GitHub. That and search.
We really need someone to solve decentralized likes/reactions.
- qayxc 6y agoDon't feel bad because you like the stars. This kind of anonymous, yet visible positive feedback is what keeps developers motivated. We are not machines and having a simple yet effective way of expressing appreciation is a good thing. Sure, it's less personal than say a postcard or an e-mail, but it's a token of appreciation nonetheless, a virtual pat on the back that even the most socially inept users know how to use.
- CarelessExpert 6y agoWell, there's Webmention: https://www.w3.org/TR/webmention/ https://www.w3.org/TR/webmention/ IMO, though, all decentralized solutions suffer the same barriers: network effects and easy of use.