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@ Woody
2025-02-02 09:50:56
I am new to #NOSTR and not a #Dev; however, npub1jlrs53pkdfjnts29kveljul2sm0actt6n8dxrrzqcersttvcuv3qdjynqn's [article](https://njump.me/naddr1qvzqqqr4gupzp978pfzrv6n9xhq5tvenl9e74pklmskh4xw6vxxyp3j8qkke3cezqyw8wumn8ghj76r0v3kxymmy9e3k7unpvdkx2tn5dahkcue0qy88wumn8ghj7mn0wvhxcmmv9uqq6vfhxvurydfhxq6nwvfj8q4tttqv) inspired me to research and understand further. As a result, I have condensed my learnings into 10 bullet points that seem to embody the spirit of being a nostrich and the qualities we should all strive for when engaging with one another making software choices and avoiding NINO's.
1. **You shall not compromise on security:** Prioritize the security and integrity of user data, using best practices and Nostr's built-in features to protect against unauthorized access and malicious activity.
2. **You shall prioritize user agency:** Respect users' mute lists, use their web of trust to filter out spam, and prioritize user control over their data.
3. **You shall be decentralized and open:** Do not hardcode relay URLs or depend on specific relay implementations, ensuring that your platform is truly decentralized and open.
4. **You shall leverage Nostr's technical aspects:** Take advantage of Nostr's features, such as self-authenticating data, event handlers, and relays, to build a robust and decentralized platform.
5. **You shall use native Nostr solutions:** Prefer Nostr-native solutions to solve problems, rather than relying on legacy web services, promoting a more decentralized and resilient ecosystem.
6. **You shall prioritize interoperability:** Implement NIP 89 (Recommended Application Handlers) to enable seamless interactions with other Nostr apps, promoting a unified and decentralized ecosystem.
7. **You shall engage with the community:** Share knowledge, contribute to the growth of the ecosystem, and collaborate with other Nostr developers to promote a unified and thriving community.
8. **You shall be transparent and accountable:** Be transparent in your development processes, and accountable for your actions and decisions, promoting trust and confidence in the Nostr ecosystem.
9. **You shall innovate and evolve:** Continuously innovate and improve your platform, staying up-to-date with the latest developments in the Nostr protocol and ecosystem, to ensure the best possible experience for users.
10. **Embody Nostr:** Your application should truly represent the Nostr protocol, using its features and network to provide unique value to users.
I am excited for the future. In Eric S. Raymond's book "The Cathedral and the Bazaar" he comments;
> "...and the robust doesn't care too much"
Nostr embodies the spirit of the Bazaar, a vibrant and eclectic marketplace where the robust thrive, all are welcomed and empowered to become strong.
/GN!