Emissary.dev presents itself as a promising low-code platform that might potentially expedite prototyping for the #ActivityPub based #OMN projects. It has an emphasis on ease of use and integration with #openweb social APIs. This is the path we need to take for rapid development without getting bogged down in initial complexities.
Potential benefits are, rapid prototyping, the low-code approach for quick iterations and testing of ideas in early stage development. It has an open source foundation, providing the flexibility to modify and adapt the codebase as needed. This openness also means that, if necessary, a custom backend can be developed in the future without starting from scratch. There is some developer engagement, Ben the dev, appears to be engaged with the community, responding to issues on #GitHub and expressing a desire to support #openweb paths.
Things to consider – the monetization plans with a freemium model in the future, while this is not uncommon, it’s important to be clear how this might affect the project’s long term independence and sustainability. Then there is the background of the developer, which includes work in the self-help industry, agen this isn’t inherently negative, but how this experience might influence the platform’s direction and priorities. All this helps to look at the codebase long-term viability for “native” #openweb use, as relying on a third-party platform always carries some risk. We need to assess whether Emissary.dev’s development trajectory aligns with the long-term goals of the #OMN projects.
Next steps are technical evaluation, a review of the codebase to assess its quality, security practices, and suitability for the project’s needs. Will be reaching out to Ben for a video discussion to better understand his vision for the platform and how it aligns with the #OMN paths. Then, if this looks positive in pilot testing, proceed with a small-scale pilot to test capabilities in a soft roll-out environment.
Looking for feedback on this.
We also look at Ibis Wiki
UPDATE: the code I’ve read so far at least looks well-organised, and it’s fairly clear to read through and glean intent. Looks promising.
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