Growth and Infrastructure

The conversation highlights the explosive growth of Hackaderm, which surged from 500 to 36,000 users in just a few weeks following the Twitter exodus. The importance of building robust infrastructure using open-source software is emphasized, showcasing how the community-oriented approach of Mastodon fosters transparency and collaboration. Live streams and open discussions about infrastructure maintenance became a hallmark of the platform, reflecting a commitment to engaging users in the development process.