While other startups are panicking about "Q4 Metrics" and "Holiday Retention," I'm enjoying the luxury of an empty db.
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. #chill #startup #diehard #ny

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.
#indiedev #gamification

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

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.. ⬇

#deploy #production #bugfixing #indiedev #loytz

The 3 Pillars of Loytz 🏛️
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.
#Loytz #CreatorEconomy

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

Today, I met the Loytz Surplus Dilemma: What happens to all the unspent loytz?
Option A (The Safe Choice): They become a user’s Savings Acc.
Option B (The Socialist Choice): Proportional distribution to engaged creators.
Option C (The Equalizer): Universal Basic Income for all active creators.

I ignored the hard stuff 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 todo list. That’s the Loytz way.
🔗DevLog: loytz.com/content/show...

Started today with a simple plan: create a few test accounts, play around with the distribution algorithm..
Reality check came fast.
Created first account – fine. Second – critical bug. Fixed the bug, introduced another one. Tried to reset password – oh right, that doesn't exist yet.😀

I've received an email from X. Apparently, a solo developer trying to launch a startup constitutes "inauthentic activity that undermines the integrity of X."
Translation: Being a real human is now suspicious behavior for their bots
I choosing Bsky 💙 for friendly service
#ichoosebsky #iam #human

Status: UI, Profiles,posting and some reaction functionality. The core Fair Distribution Algorithm works (but not as expected😀).
Goal: Build a great platform. Backup Goal: Become a cautionary tale on the "Cemetery of Dead Projects."

Follow my journey. Wish me luck. #loytz #helloworld

This is my "Hello World." Please don't break it. 🌍
After months of coding in the shadows, I'm formally launching the Loytz mission.

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