$HMKR Web3 Music Community Space 6/2

The Spaces discussed ongoing developments in the V2 version of the Hitmaker app. The focus was on enhancing smart contracts, APIs, and features like collections, which allow users to create albums and bundles of audio files. A key initiative is the vault system, enabling users to safely store and share projects. The introduction of a stars program aims to reward users and incentivize interaction. Other highlights include NFTs in streaming editions for tracking plays and engaging with statistics, as well as developing secure APIs for reliable streaming counts. There is an emphasis on harmonizing workflows across the web and mobile app platforms.

Hit Maker V2 Development Update

Overview

In this discussion, the speaker provides a comprehensive update on the development progress and new features being integrated into the V2 version of Hit Maker. The key areas of focus include the creation of smart contracts, API integration, backend infrastructure management, and the introduction of creative and privacy-related features. The aim is to enhance user interaction, content management, and security within the platform.

Key Features and Developments

Collections and Default Workflow

The speaker discussed the creation and refinement of collections, aimed at organizing albums, mixtapes, and various audio files. The collections serve as a container enabling producers and musicians to bundle their work creatively. Additionally, a 'vault' system is introduced allowing users to store unfinished or private content securely, only sharing it selectively within their community.

DSRC and Privacy

Enhancements to DSRC (Digital Song Rights Container) are highlighted, focusing on secure, permission-based content sharing. Users can use DSRC to provide song previews and require certain permissions for full access, assisting in protection against malicious access.

Stars System

A 'Stars' program is being developed to enable a form of compensation and interaction with artists. Users can accumulate stars in values of one cent to ten dollars, which can be used to tip artists or gain special access to content such as exclusive remixes or NFTs.

Streaming Edition NFT

The Streaming Edition is an NFT capable of tracking play statistics and other metadata. The speaker has introduced modifications allowing the NFT to evolve based on user interactions, such as listening habits and environmental conditions like time of day and weather.

Smart Contracts

Smart contracts are being redesigned to incorporate more specific functionality, especially concerning streaming editions. The contracts are split to provide distinct abilities, enhancing tracking and data utilization for NFTs.

Security and Backend Infrastructure

The speaker emphasized security, particularly in preventing exploitation of the streaming API. Efforts include using reliable APIs for data collection and ensuring smart contracts are logically sound. Backend infrastructure has been completed, enabling robust content management and user interaction capabilities.

Mobile App Development

Improvements are underway to align the mobile app with the web platform, ensuring consistency in APIs and user interfaces to avoid duplicative efforts. Future updates will see integrated backend functionalities applied to the mobile app for efficiency.

Licenses and Fingerprinting

To prevent unauthorized uploads, a license-verification feature is being added. This feature uses existing licenses to authenticate newly uploaded DSRCs, ensuring sound files have proper licensing before approval.

Conclusion

The development of Hit Maker V2 is approximately 60% complete. Significant strides have been made in backend infrastructure and feature integration, with a focus on security, consistency across platforms, and user-friendly innovations. The speaker aims to finalize smart contract developments and fully integrate these functionalities into both the web and mobile platforms.