Brandon

Alright, imagine you're at a huge playground where every kid can talk to each other, but instead of shouting across the playground, you use magical walkie-talkies. Here's how #Nostr works in this playground:
Your Walkie-Talkie (Keys): When you come to the playground, you get a special walkie-talkie. This walkie-talkie has two parts:
The Speaker (Public Key): This is how everyone knows it's you talking. They can hear what you say, but they can't use your walkie-talkie to talk.
The Secret Button (Private Key): Only you know how to press this button to make the walkie-talkie work. This ensures that when you talk, everyone knows it's really you.
The Message Balloons (Relays): Instead of your voice going directly to your friends, you send your messages into balloons (relays). These balloons float around the playground, and anyone can grab them to hear your message.
Playing the Game (Clients): Different games or toys in the playground are like different apps or "clients" in Nostr. Some might be for drawing, others for sharing secrets, or playing tag. You choose which game to play, but you always use your walkie-talkie.
Sending Gifts (#Zaps): Imagine if you could send candy through your walkie-talkie. In Nostr, you can send "Zaps" which are like giving someone a thumbs up or a little gift (Bitcoin) instantly, using the Lightning Network, which is like a super-fast candy delivery service.
No Playground Monitor (Decentralization): There's no single playground monitor who can tell you to stop talking or playing. If one game gets boring or if someone doesn't like how one group is playing, they can just move to another game or start their own with their rules, but still use their same walkie-talkie.
Your Playground Identity: Your identity (your public key) is the same no matter which game you play. If you don't like how one game is going, you can take your identity and play somewhere else without losing your friends or your ability to chat.
So, Nostr is like a playground where you can play different games, talk freely, send gifts, and no one can take away your special walkie-talkie or tell you that you can't play. And if you ever get tired of one game, you just hop over to another, but you're always you, with your unique walkie-talkie.https://m.primal.net/KSKJ.webp

2024-08-28 21:39:19

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Good to know thank you for sharing that.

2024-08-28 21:07:45

#nevent1q…k54x

2024-08-28 21:00:53

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Indeed.
Illegal in terms of geographical nation states but to have an anti censorship platform we have to accept the good with the bad.
What are the rules we choose to live by?

2024-08-28 20:38:18

IN-N-OUT is the best.
Prove me wrong.
https://image.nostr.build/7dd0a6f96b041b6f8ec7db33ed6dcee0da67902c6b48126fd6bb2f79026f6fc5.jpg

2024-08-28 19:26:51

Welcome to Nostr.
Where you own your own social graph.
Not some predatory S&P 100 vampiric company.
https://m.primal.net/KSAw.png

2024-08-28 19:18:10

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I use strike for now.
I'm interested in custodial wallets that have LN2.
how's your experience zapping with proton wallet?

2024-08-28 19:06:57

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That's the future under a fiat standard.
Switch to BTC standard and we avoid this.

2024-08-28 19:02:29

Fiatnomics.
https://m.primal.net/KRzM.png

2024-08-28 18:17:22

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This is my NSEC and you can't have it.

2024-08-28 18:16:52

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They always say suffering leads to liberation.
Yield is an ouroboros.

2024-08-28 18:07:15

https://m.primal.net/KRvW.png

2024-08-28 18:06:19

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2024-08-28 17:58:15

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I asked Grok2(beta)fun AI to help me understand this post, This is what it said:
The message you're referring to outlines a new implementation for managing Git repositories over Nostr, a decentralized network. Here's a breakdown with a dash of humor:
- **Context**: Someone named Dan is excited about a new feature or workflow that's been implemented in a project called "song" on a Git repository. This isn't your average Git setup; it's like if Git and a social network had a baby on the blockchain.
- **The Flow**:
- **Whitelist of Creators**: Only certain Nostr public keys (npubs) can create repositories. It's like an exclusive club where your cryptographic key is your ID.
- **Local Git Setup**: You start by initializing a Git repo locally, which is as standard as making tea in Britain.
- **Git Announcement**: You use a command with some special flags to announce your repository on Nostr. This is akin to sending out an interstellar signal saying, "Hey, I've got a new repo here!"
- **Remote Setup**: You add a remote origin but with a Nostr twist, using a URI scheme that probably looks alien to traditional Git users.
- **The Pre-push Hook**: Here's where things get interesting. Before you push, there's a hook that signs your push with a Nostr event (kind:30618). Think of this as your repo's secret handshake to prove it's really you.
- **Server Interaction**: The server, upon receiving this signed event, checks if it's from an authorized user (you), and if so, creates the repository on its end. It's like the server says, "Ah, I see you're Dan, the repo master. Let's make this happen."
- **Subsequent Pushes**: After this setup, your regular `git push` should work smoothly, as now the server recognizes your commits like an old friend.
- **Future Enhancements**: There's mention of publishing more metadata later (kind:30617), which could allow others to manage or contribute to your repository, expanding the club's membership.
- **Community Engagement**: Dan tags some folks, perhaps looking for feedback or just to share the joy of this new Git-Nostr hybrid workflow. It's like shouting into the digital void, hoping for echoes of interest or constructive criticism.
In essence, this system integrates Git's version control with Nostr's decentralized identity and event system, creating a workflow that's both secure (thanks to cryptographic signing) and decentralized (no central authority needed). It's Git, but not as we know it, Jim.

2024-08-28 17:45:21

Apparently I'm ENTJ and the AI says: https://m.primal.net/KRtp.png

2024-08-28 17:35:58

Imaging if #Nostr started trending on X.
Good Mrnin.

2024-08-28 17:34:01

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YYyyyuurRRRP!

2024-08-28 17:33:31

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BAHAHA! good one.

2024-08-28 17:33:05

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Mission accepted. 😎
Let's onboard the world.

2024-08-28 17:31:18

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Hard work pays of.
I consider using/posting on #Nostr work.

2024-08-28 17:29:55

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Welcome all the X refugees.

2024-08-28 17:27:29

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RIP.
My recollection, #Bitcoin's died at least 6 times by now.
lulz

2024-08-28 17:25:32

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This is the way!

2024-08-28 17:24:10

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They be saying words.

2024-08-28 17:02:22

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Yup!
The banks every take your house as a kid?

2024-08-28 16:57:55

📣 ATTENTION!
ANYTIME THERE IS AN EMAIL FROM A BANK OR A FINANICAL INSTATUTION TELLING YOU, "YOU'RE SAFE", SOME SHIT WENT DOWN.
I GARANTEE.
THIS WAS WAS JUST SENT TO ME THIS MORNING: https://m.primal.net/KRpn.png

2024-08-28 14:32:20

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It's an image made with grok mini 2 AI.

2024-08-28 07:50:08

Anybody working on group chat?

2024-08-28 07:45:48

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hits a bit too hard.

2024-08-28 07:45:21

So true.
#note18vu…acy5

2024-08-28 07:01:13

The human spirit will flourish with #Nostr #Grateful

2024-08-28 06:31:56

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That last part though...

2024-08-28 06:30:54

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I will have many.
Taking applications.

2024-08-28 06:29:40

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the Xodus

2024-08-28 06:25:29

I bought the dip again #bitcoin
I've done my ancestors proud.

2024-08-28 05:53:33

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🥩🔥🍴

2024-08-28 03:09:37

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It's sooooooo good bro 👌

2024-08-28 00:33:13

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Awesome work 👏 👌 👍

2024-08-28 00:32:03

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Time zones are weird, good morning anyways. :)

2024-08-28 00:29:14

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Oh how I love 58k

2024-08-28 00:13:07

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I thought we were just listing tickers.
So what?
https://m.primal.net/KQdw.jpg

2024-08-27 23:51:49

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$BTC
NVDA
TSLA

2024-08-27 23:37:30

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Indeed.

2024-08-27 23:17:22

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I believe billionaires have more important things to worry about than money. The point here is that Nostr eliminates the need to buy or make a platform as a direct response to being censored. It gives power back to the individual and away from the state/authority.

2024-08-27 22:41:33

Nostr is hope.

2024-08-27 22:41:14

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Speak your truth.

2024-08-27 22:39:54

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The trend is unmistakable. Even figures like Donald Trump have emphasized the importance of platform ownership, as seen in his discussions with Theo Von about Truth Social.
Interestingly, none of these prominent figures have yet ventured into Nostr territory. This could be due to their previous experiences with censorship occurring before Nostr's inception or simply a lack of awareness about the protocol. However, once introduced to Nostr, its concept tends to captivate, spreading like a mind virus that's hard to shake.
For those who've felt the oppressive weight of centralized control, aka 'the matrix,' there's a growing desire to find refuge in systems immune to such manipulation.
Moreover, in today's digital economy, every business operating under fiat currency systems has a compelling reason to consider adopting a Bitcoin standard. Nostr, with its decentralized nature, offers not just a communication platform but a revolutionary approach to advertising and user engagement, providing a significant competitive edge in an increasingly digital and privacy-conscious market.

2024-08-27 22:31:43

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I like fat.
our brains are made of fat.
it's like big food industries switched to sugar and fillers to make us sick.
they wouldn't do anything like that... .
smh.

2024-08-27 22:30:33

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What do you mean?
Why can't you send zaps?

2024-08-27 22:30:05

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Is that what we're calling them now "X refugees"? lmao

2024-08-27 22:29:15

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WOW

2024-08-27 22:27:36

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Thanks and praise to the whole crew, and you ODELL.
Maybe I can help out on the next one! lmk

2024-08-27 22:26:11

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Agree 100%

2024-08-27 22:25:22

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Welcome to freedom tech fren.

2024-08-27 22:18:42

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I'm primarily on Opera web browser using Primal.

2024-08-27 22:14:10

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Ladies and gents this is him 👇
npub12qxvc5evxqt3rky25mfskywugalx5vnhppfl32cu903cnwpyu0uqkmq8u9

2024-08-27 22:13:04

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I FOUND HIM! npub12qxvc5evxqt3rky25mfskywugalx5vnhppfl32cu903cnwpyu0uqkmq8u9

2024-08-27 22:11:26

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What is happening right now?
Somebody give this guy a raise: https://m.primal.net/KQVO.png
🔥
Does anyone know if he is on Nostr?

2024-08-27 22:07:10

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What's up Jack?

2024-08-27 22:01:37

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My dude you're getting into it fr!

2024-08-27 21:59:42

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WE'RE ALL MAKING IT HAPPEN IN REAL TIME!
WE'RE SO FUCKING EARLY HOLY SHIT LFG! 🚀 🚀 🚀

2024-08-27 21:58:47

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This would send me over the edge and be Nostr only.

2024-08-27 21:55:37

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Don't stop pushing!

2024-08-27 21:54:30

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The world doesn't need to be filled with 'yes men', @npub18uk…quqm.
I value your perspective and the critical eye you cast on Nostr's utility. Challenging the status quo and questioning everything is crucial; it builds resilience within the protocol and prepares us for tougher discussions down the line.
However, I must disagree with your view that there's no market for what Nostr provides (or it will take 1-5 years for people to see it's importance). The recent actions against figures like Pavel Durov, the CEO of Telegram by the 'deep state', directly contradict this. Such events not only spark discussion but also drive more people towards platforms like Nostr. I've witnessed this firsthand.
Nostr is on the brink of a significant surge, and we're at the very beginning of something potentially massive. The excitement is palpable.

2024-08-27 21:36:10

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What if you do both?
😈
Honestly spending more time here makes me realize how not smart I am... and that's a good thing for a growth mindset.
In other news, here's a picture of a duck:
https://m.primal.net/KQSh.png

2024-08-27 21:31:45

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1000% absolutely.

2024-08-27 17:35:15

The money in your "bank account" is not yours....
And it's not even real money.
Act accordingly.

2024-08-27 03:22:29

Let's onboard these mfrs
@npub16c0…6nvr
https://m.primal.net/KOmw.jpg

2024-08-26 20:01:12

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Appreciate you fr.

2024-08-26 19:04:42

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We're all in this together, thanks for sharing your experience.

2024-08-26 06:47:33

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Bro what?

2024-08-26 06:33:44

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Welcome!
Introduce yourself with #introduction
and ask anything with #asknostr.
good luck and God speed.

2024-08-22 18:30:23

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This means the network is congested.
I wonder why? hmmmm
🤔

2024-08-21 15:29:03

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What's the tldr? 🤣

2024-08-19 15:11:28

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Big!

2024-08-17 21:17:27

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I've been using Strike for a while now.
I'm considering on switching to Zeus or Mutiny.
What's your favorite L2 lightning wallet?

2024-08-17 20:56:23

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I'm still on the fence...
I do use Nostr now more than I used to.
I like this trend.

2024-08-17 20:38:33

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THIS IS ME USING NOSTR. 🦶

2024-08-17 20:23:45

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Damn bro, you got my vote lmao

2024-08-16 05:37:45

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I'm starting to feel the same way! lulz

2024-08-15 19:26:35

Creating an account with the Iris client was my first exposure to the #Nostr protocol.
Thank you @npub1g53…drvk for developing Iris and being a Bitcoin OG.
This is Grok AI's interpretation of the Greek goddess Iris embodying communication, connection, swift action, and mediation.
https://image.nostr.build/f83a1e33d0b903bdf3f28148415f4bfd179e751e14d878a34d65885330b67cbf.png
How's the Github replacement on Nostr & bounty coming along? 🤯

2024-08-09 21:16:33

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Because I've been disenfranchised western civilization and in need of a community. The goal is to add value to the network and in order to do that I have to know what the needs are of that community.
To engage or not to engage?
I choose to engage. that's all it is. a choice.

2024-08-09 17:35:23

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As someone who is just figuring out how this all works technically, I can defiantly see that there is a lot of room for improvement. The solution has to be seamless and elegant with the right incentive structures. I don't know what that looks like. [zap tax, Nostr tokenization, 501(c3) donations]
Who knows?
All I can tell you is that a world without Nostr is dark and void.