Delta Chat is implementing the ability to link to a custom storefront: Block webxdc Apps for kids - #5 by r10s
I noticed that when I onboarded friends and family to Delta Chat, they really did not like the “app” stuff. I think the app store thing opened and they just saw a ton of irrelevant crap (no offense) that just overwhelmed them.
So I decided to try my hand at a minimal storefront for apps.
I only included the two apps I made for now, but I want to include more. Probably up to 10. The reality is that there just aren’t that many real, valid use cases for group chat apps. The majority are just solutions seeking problems. I know I want the two apps that I made simply because they I was solving my own problems.
Now, my attempt at a storefront is extremely minimal and curated so as to not overwhelm or confuse anyone. And it tries to be very privacy preserving (which also makes it very performant).
If you are thinking similarly to me, what are the apps that you’d like to see in such a storefront? I know a list and generic poll might be good. Which are the best in terms of UX? Ideally, we’d prioritize apps that are also as small in size as possible.
By the way, I’m not trying to become a king here. With these Delta Chat updates, anyone can make their own curated app storefont page.