As you may know, parts of the @worldmappin team attended last week's Hive Meetup in Aachen. @detlev and @lizanomdsoul represented the project and talked about what has happened since we decided to continue Pinmapples legacy.
We checked the cockpit, if everything is running, got the crew together, started boarding, prepared everything for take-off, and are now stepping on the gas to take off with this community and start this beautiful journey together! - Of course, we also shared some ideas for the next steps to see where we are heading.
So here you can see our presentation in English:
What is @worldmappin
worldmappin.com is a map where every Hive blogger can pin their posts.
Worldmappin is currently used by almost all travel bloggers on Hive, with a huge community of 13,500 users.
There are two main ways people use Worldmappin:
A. Bloggers love it because they can have their world map with their pins on it. Every user has their own unique world map, like https://worldmappin.com/@detlev, where they can pin all their travels and memories.
B. All travelers use it to find information and inspiration for their next trips and to use it as a travel guide.
Worldmappin Community Statistics
This slide in the presentation displays the rank of activity of the Worldmappin community on the Hive platform. Here are the detailed statistics:
Number of Subscribers: The Worldmappin community ranks #7 in terms of the number of subscribers. This shows that a significant number of users have joined and are part of the @worldmappin community.
Subscribers' Stake: The community holds the #6 position for subscribers' stake. This indicates the collective investment and commitment of the community members to the @worldmappin project.
Activity: In terms of overall activity, the @worldmappin community is ranked #9. This rank reflects the frequency and intensity of interactions and engagements within the community.
Active Authors: The community is especially strong in active authors, ranking #4. This high rank demonstrates that a large number of users are actively contributing content, sharing their travel experiences, and engaging with others on the platform.
These statistics highlight the active and engaged nature of the @worldmappin community on Hive, showcasing its strength in both participation and contribution.
History of @worldmappin
On May 9th, the team at Pinmapple made the decision to close down their project. This was a significant moment as Pinmapple had been a well-known platform among travel bloggers and enthusiasts.
Following this decision, on May 30th, an announcement was made regarding the transition. This announcement covered the handover of crucial elements such as the codebase, the community, and other resources that were part of Pinmapple.
This transition led to the creation of @worldmappin and the formation of its new team. The birth of @worldmappin marked a new beginning, taking over where Pinmapple left off and continuing to serve the travel blogging community with renewed energy and focus.
Team of @Worldmappin
The project starts with a well-rehearsed team of long-standing Hivers and experts in their field:
Management:
- @detlev - overall project management, finance, development
- @lizanomadsoul - curation, community, communication
Curation:
Communication / Moderation:
Graphic Design:
Development:
This team brings together a diverse set of skills and extensive experience on the Hive platform, ensuring the successful launch and growth of the Worldmappin project.
What happened until now
Since May 9th, several key steps have been completed to ensure the successful transition from Pinmapple to Worldmappin. Here is a detailed overview of the progress made so far:
✅ Assemble Core Team: A dedicated core team was assembled, bringing together long-standing Hivers and experts in their respective fields to lead the Worldmappin project.
✅ Get in Touch with the Pinmapple Team: The new team reached out to the Pinmapple team to discuss the transition. This step was crucial for understanding the existing framework and ensuring a smooth handover.
✅ Choose a New Name: A new name, Worldmappin, was selected to reflect the project's focus on mapping and travel blogging.
✅ Create a New Hive Account: To establish a fresh start, a new Hive account was created specifically for Worldmappin. This account serves as the project's official presence on the Hive platform.
✅ Claim Website: The team secured the Worldmappin domain, ensuring that the project had a dedicated online space for users to interact with the map and community.
✅ Prepare Post for Continuation on Pinmapple: A detailed post was prepared to inform the existing Pinmapple users about the continuation of the project under the new name, Worldmappin. This post aimed to reassure users and provide guidance on how to transition to the new platform.
✅ Prepare Announcement Post for Worldmappin: An official announcement post was created to introduce Worldmappin to the community. This post highlighted the new features, goals, and vision of the project, inviting users to join and contribute.
The big goals are
To bring even more users to Hive via the map:
One of the primary goals is to attract more users to the Hive platform by leveraging the interactive map. By showcasing travel experiences and allowing users to pin their journeys, the map serves as a unique tool to draw in new users who are interested in travel and exploration.
To support the community even more in order to maintain the current users:
Ensuring that the existing community feels valued and supported is crucial. This involves providing continuous support, new features, and engaging content to keep current users active and satisfied with the platform.
To make the project more sustainable over time so that it can finance itself:
Financial sustainability is key to the long-term success of the project. The goal is to develop a model where Worldmappin can generate enough revenue to cover its operational costs and possibly even expand further without relying on external funding.
To continue to let the project run open source:
Maintaining an open-source approach is essential for transparency and community involvement. This allows anyone to contribute to the project, fostering a collaborative environment where improvements and innovations can continuously be made.
What happened until now
From June 15th (Get ready for take-off):
✅ Recruit a new curation team
A new team of curators was brought on board to ensure that content on Worldmappin is consistently high-quality and engaging.
✅ Post new proposal
A new proposal was posted to outline the future plans, goals, and strategies for the Worldmappin project. This helped in gaining support and providing a clear direction for the team and community.
Proposal: @detlev/worldmappin-proposal-the-re-birth-of-pinmapple
✅ Technologically redesign the curation tool
The curation tool was technologically revamped to enhance its functionality and make it more user-friendly. This redesign aimed at improving the overall experience for curators and users alike.
✅ Get the curation tool up and running
After redesigning, the curation tool was successfully implemented and made operational, allowing the curation team to start using it for their tasks.
✅ Kickoff curation team with regular TD
The curation team began their regular tasks and duties (TD) with a structured schedule to ensure consistency and efficiency in their work.
✅ Kickoff Communication Team
The communication team was also initiated, focusing on maintaining clear and effective communication both within the team and with the Worldmappin community.
What happened until now
From June 1st (boarding):
✅ Technologically revise new map:
The new map was technologically updated and revised to enhance its functionality and user experience.
✅ Getting map to work with old pins:
Ensured compatibility of the new map with existing pins, allowing users to seamlessly transition their previous entries.
✅ Rename Community and Discord:
The community and Discord channels were renamed to align with the new branding and identity of Worldmappin.
✅ Switch admin to Community and Discord:
Administrative responsibilities were transferred to the new Community and Discord channels, ensuring smooth management and oversight.
✅ Post announcement and update posts:
Announcements and updates were posted to keep the community informed about the latest developments and changes.
The next steps until Hivefest
From July 1st (Taking off – start of the journey):
⚙️ Restructure & activate Discord Community:
Revamp and energize the Discord community to improve communication and engagement among users.
⚙️ Optimize Curation Tool, actualize Badge:
Further refine the curation tool and update badges to enhance user experience and recognition.
⚙️ Regular team meetings & exchange within community:
Hold consistent team meetings and foster regular interactions within the community to ensure alignment and gather feedback.
❓ Collect Ideas for functions & features:
Gather and brainstorm new ideas for features and functionalities to continuously improve the platform.
🎁Plan Hivefest surprise:
Organize a special surprise for Hivefest, aiming to delight and engage the community during the event.
⚙️ Optimize security of the map:
Enhance the security measures of the map to protect user data and ensure a safe environment.
⚙️ Build Worldmappin website:
Develop and launch the official Worldmappin website to provide a comprehensive platform for users.
❤️ Support other communities on Hive:
Extend support to other communities on Hive, fostering collaboration and mutual growth.
These are the next steps until now so stay tuned! and let us know if you have any ideas that we should note down and look at.
We will now maintain the altitude and get closer to the destination step by step. At Hivefest in Split we will give another talk with the next update, share & collect ideas, and then make a clear roadmap for the next month together with you as a community! - We are looking forward to seeing you there! Until then have safe travels!
Your @worldmappin team
show us your PINs